Archive for July 2024
Checking in on The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind Project: Podcast Episode 113
What Can North Carolina Learn from Virginia’s Investments in Offshore Wind? The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) Project in Virginia Beach is a great example of what could be done in North Carolina. John Larson of Dominion Energy recently joined NCSEA on the Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast to discuss the specifics of the project and…
Read MoreThe Role of Fuel Cost Volatility in Rising Electric Bills
When Duke Energy customers across the state got their utility bills earlier this year, many were shocked to find dramatic increases in the rates they were paying. The central reason: the high cost of natural gas. In fact, EQ Research recently issued a report finding that between 46% and 67% (depending on where they live…
Read MoreUnderstanding Solar Net Metering Changes Impacting Duke Energy Customers
(Of note – the changes outlined in this blog took effect in October 2023.) In 2023, the NC Utilities Commission approved changes to Duke Energy’s Net Energy Metering (NEM) policies for all customers—residential and nonresidential. These changes apply to both Duke Energy Carolina and Duke Energy Progress. It’s important for customers to understand the net…
Read MoreBridging the Gap: Clean Energy Equity in North Carolina
Overview of Clean Energy in NC In recent years, North Carolina has emerged as a leader in solar energy adoption with over 9,000 MW of total installed solar capacity. While the overall picture of solar adoption in North Carolina is promising, significant disparities remain regarding who has access to these clean energy resources. Historically, low-income…
Read MoreSqueaky Clean Energy Podcast Transcription: Episode 112
Expediting OSW Development and Resource Diversification in NC (CPIRP) Duke Energy’s Carbon Plan (CPIRP) proceedings will continue to have huge impacts on the state of North Carolina for decades to come, defining how quickly our state can transition to renewable energy sources and who will reap the benefits. In a series of regulatory proceedings, NCSEA,…
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