Our Work
The NC Sustainable Energy Association drives public policy and market development for clean energy. Our Work enables clean energy jobs, economic opportunities, and affordable energy options for North Carolinians.
Carbon Plan (CPIRP)
Every two years, the NC Utilities Commission is charged with the responsibility of drafting a plan to achieve 70% carbon emissions reductions by 2030 and net zero by 2050 in the electricity sector. Learn more about how NCSEA is engaged in these proceedings.
Transmission and Interconnection
To better enable deployment of utility-scale clean energy resources, NCSEA is actively engaged in the Carolinas Transmission Planning Collaborative and various other Commission proceedings focused on transmission and interconnection.
Customer Programs
Across the state, commercial and residential customers are constantly seeking opportunities to deploy their own clean energy solutions as a means to reduce utility bills and increase resiliency. NCSEA is advocating on behalf of those customers to increase the amount of affordable, accessible programs readily available.
Freedom to Buy Vehicle Sales
North Carolina is one of 11 states in the country that currently forbids direct to consumer automotive sales (with the exception of Tesla). These sales limitations stymie the growth of electric vehicles and run counter to the business models of many new, innovative companies.
Utility EV Pilots
NCSEA has been actively engaged in regulatory proceedings to spearhead new programs designed to accelerate EV adoption and curb load growth in this new era of electrification. Learn more about the programs currently authorized and under consideration by the NC Utilities Commission.
Third Party Sales
Up until 2019, only regulated utilities were allowed to sell electricity in North Carolina. NCSEA worked with numerous partners to advance a law that opened the door for charging stations to bill customers by the kilowatt hour, instead of by time.
Inclusive Utility Investments
North Carolina currently experiences some of the highest levels of energy burden in the country with low-to-moderate income households spending ~19.8% of their monthly income on utility bills. NCSEA and partners recently collaborated with Duke Energy to implement a new inclusive utility investment program designed to address this significant energy burden.
Building Codes
Currently, the state is operating under 2009 standards for our residential building codes, significantly behind the 2021 IECC standards. Recently passed state legislation prevents the Building Code Council from adopting new standards until 2031. Learn more about NCSEA's efforts to improve home affordability and resiliency through updated building codes.
C-PACE
North Carolina recently authorized Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy financing as a means to further enable large customers to adopt clean energy technologies.
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Making Energy Work Conference 2026
Oct 14, 2026
For more information visit: https://www.makingenergywork.com. Please note that members will need to login to their member portal to receive member pricing. Once logged in, navigate to NCSEA Events on the lefthand side to register for MEW. Members do not need to reach out for a coupon code to register. Member pricing is reflected in the member portal, including rates for government, education, and non-profit entities. If you are a student or non-member that classifies as a government, education, or non-profit entity, please email Destiny at [email protected] for the coupon code. Thank you to our MEW Reception Sponsor!
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NCSEA, NC Public Staff, and other parties reach agreement with Duke Energy Carolinas (DEC)in multiyear rate plan
Jul 21, 2026
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NCSEA Statement on the Passage of Senate Bill 445: Regulatory Reform Act of 2026
Aug 07, 2026
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NCSEA, other intervenors, reach settlement in Duke Energy business combination
Mar 11, 2026
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RMI Analysis Cites Fuel Cost-Sharing As Solution to Combat Rising Electricity Bills
Mar 25, 2026
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Economic impact of clean energy in North Carolina totals $57.8 billion, according to new report
Feb 20, 2026
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Analyzing Duke Energy’s 2025/26 Proposed Carbon Plan
Jan 23, 2026
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Building Out Data Centers Equitably Requires Thoughtful Policy Intervention
Aug 25, 2025
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Utility-Scale Solar Energy Development Drives Significant Growth in Property Tax Revenue For NC Counties
Jun 18, 2025
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