Internet users can view the webcast by accessing the investors' section  of the company’s Web site to see slides and listen to audio. You can also listen to the conference by calling 800/616-9004 and using confirmation code 706506. International callers should call 719/457-2620 and use confirmation code 706506. A replay of the conference call will be available through April 12 by calling 888/203-1112, code 706506. The international replay is available at 719/457-0820, code 706506.

Duke Energy, a diversified multinational energy company, creates value for customers and shareholders through an integrated network of energy assets and expertise. Duke Energy manages a dynamic portfolio of natural gas and electric supply, delivery and trading businesses -- generating revenues of more than $59 billion in 2001. Duke Energy, headquartered in  Charlotte,  N.C., is a Fortune 100 company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DUK. More information about the company is available on the Internet at: www.duke-energy.com.