Piedmont Natural Gas (PNY) 8-K Piedmont Natural Gas’ Thomas E. Skains to Retire with Close of Duke Energy Transaction in 2016

Exhibit 99.2

Dear Teammates,

As we take next steps under the merger agreement with Duke Energy, I wanted you to know that I plan on retiring from the Company when the transaction closes. I am making this personal decision now to help make sure we move forward with the transition and allow the Duke and Piedmont management teams to make important long-term leadership, organizational and integration decisions for the new Piedmont Natural Gas operating subsidiary of Duke Energy.  Lynn Good and I want to ensure this is a smooth transition for our organizations. Until the transaction is approved and closed, I will continue to lead Piedmont Natural Gas as our Chairman, President and CEO with enthusiasm and vigor as we operate the Company on a business as usual basis. And, I am dedicated to the long term success of the combined organizations under the merger agreement.

As I told you last week, I remain excited about this strategic combination and truly believe our best days are ahead!

Warmest regards,

Tom