Posts Tagged ‘Government Affairs’
Squeaky Clean Energy Podcast Episode 92: North Carolina Ratepayers Could Save How Much??
Ever since the failed $8.5 billion VC Sumner nuclear plant project in South Carolina, the region has been exploring ways to better protect ratepayers from utility overreach and unchecked spending. As a result, SC passed a bill to study the benefits of market reform for the state. A study conducted by Brattle Group found that…
Read MoreDr. Henry McKoy: Soaring Toward an Equitable Future
NCSEA is excited to feature Dr. Henry McKoy, Director of the Office of State and Community Energy Programs at the United States Department of Energy. This feature is part of NCSEA’s ongoing focus on elevating exemplary members of the clean energy community. A Career Path Focused on Community Impact Dr. Henry McKoy grew up…
Read MoreA Squeaky Clean Conversation with Representative John Szoka: Episode 77: Conserving the Clean Energy Future
On Episode 77 of the Squeaky Clean Energy podcast, Representative John Szoka reflects on his time in the NC General Assembly and how clean energy became part of his legacy in the state. He talks about his evolution from a non-supporter to a champion of the clean energy industry. Rep. Szoka stresses the importance of…
Read MoreMaking Energy Work: Governor Cooper’s Office Spurring a Clean Energy Transition
Governor Cooper announces Executive Order 80 in October 2018 (Photo Credit: NC Building Performance Association) NCSEA is gearing up for its annual Making Energy Work (MEW) conference taking place in Raleigh, NC October 25-27. As a reminder, this event offers an opportunity to delve into the policies driving the future of clean energy in North…
Read MorePlugging in: An Update on the Clean Transportation Plan
Under Executive Order (EO) 246, Governor Cooper established a target of 1.25 million zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) on the road in North Carolina by 2030. Within that EO, the Governor directed the NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to create a Clean Transportation Plan no later than April 2023 outlining recommendations to reach the ZEV targets. This…
Read MoreNCSEA’s statement on the Currituck County Solar Ban
It is unfortunate that Currituck County residents will miss out on future jobs and land-lease payments from additional local solar development. The recent move to ban new solar projects from coming to the area shuts the door on the millions of dollars* in economic development and increased property tax revenues generated by existing Currituck County…
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