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The Inflation Reduction Act: A Big Boost for Clean Energy in North Carolina
This article discusses the Inflation Reduction Act, the single largest investment in clean energy in the nation’s history, and its implications for North Carolina. This far-reaching legislation was signed into law by the President in August after a long series of negotiations in the US Senate. NCSEA celebrates the news and outlines below how this…
Read MoreA Lower-Cost, Lower-Carbon Plan
After Duke Energy filed its proposed carbon plan with the NC Utilities Commission on May 16, clean energy advocates were given 60 days to digest the nearly 900-page document and prepare other options. For a refresher on interpretations and analysis of Duke’s proposed plan, check out this article. On July 20, North Carolina Sustainable Energy…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Building Performance and HERS Ratings
What is building performance? In today’s world, we have grown so accustomed to our built environment that we rarely consider the nuances of the processes that keep all of the essential buildings we use running. One of the only times we may consider all of these moving parts is when we receive our utility bills every month. If you notice your electric bill…
Read MoreInvestment Impacts of HB589, “Competitive Energy Solutions for North Carolina”
I. Direct Investment Impact According to RTI International, North Carolina experienced $7.8 billion in direct investments or spending on renewable energy facilities between 2007 and 2016.[1] Solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities accounted for 82% of this direct spending at $6.4 billion (in 2013$). RTI assumed this investment resulted in approximately 2,140 megawatts (MW) of PV capacity…
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Clean Energy Frequently Asked Questions Clean Energy FAQs General What is clean energy? Expand NCSEA defines clean energy as energy derived from renewable, zero-emissions sources (“renewables”), as well as energy saved through energy efficiency measures. For more information, visit our “What is Clean Energy?” page. What percent of NC energy is created with clean energy resources? Expand…
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NEWS AND PRESS RELEASES NCSEA Press Releases NC Sustainable Energy Association Announces New Members to Board of Directors – February 1, 2024 Report – More Than 80% of North Carolina Clean Energy Adopters Experience Significant Reductions in Energy Bills – January 17, 2024 NC Sustainable Energy Association Board Announces Organization’s Next Executive Director – December 7,…
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