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Making Energy Work Conference 2026

Oct 14, 2026

Registration is now open for MEW! Early bird ticket sales end on August 31! Visit our MEW website to learn more and to register! *Please note that members will need to log in to their member portal to receive member pricing. Members do not need to request 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 who 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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2026 Annual Member Meeting

Oct 14, 2026

Let's connect, collaborate, and celebrate our efforts toward a cleaner energy future for NC. We're excited to invite you to our Annual Member Meeting! In addition to providing members with a recap of 2026 and an overview of NCSEA's financials, members will also hear from an exciting keynote speaker.   Lastly, our Sustainable Energy Award winners will be acknowledged in the following categories: Sustainable Energy Business of the Year Individual Sustainable Energy Leader of the Year Diversity and Inclusion in Sustainable Energy Women in Clean Energy Lifetime Achievement Award Legislator of the Year Award Please note that this is a member-only event, and you must be logged into your member portal to register.

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2027 Clean Energy in the Southeast (CLE)

Jan 21, 2027

Save the date! Event information will be released at a later date.

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From Billions to Trillions: Catalyzing Private Investment in Climate Solutions

Apr 09, 2025

Breakfast & check-in start at 8 a.m.; program is 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Fuqua School of Business, Duke University Decarbonizing the global economy and increasing climate resilience worldwide will require trillions of dollars, largely from private sector investors. What novel mechanisms, collaborative efforts, and policies can accelerate the mobilization of private capital? International and domestic thought leaders will exchange ideas at the second annual “From Billions to Trillions” summit at Duke University.  LEARN MORE AND REGISTER.

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BSC Career Speaker Series: Transitioning to Sustainability Panel

Apr 16, 2025

Join the Career Speaker Series hosted by the Business Sustainability Collaborative! This series is designed for students interested in gaining insights into business sustainability careers.  

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Triangle Sustainable Professionals Meet Up

Mar 27, 2025

The sustainability landscape has never looked more complex. Or challenging. And yet, the work continues.  Join your Triangle-based sustainability peers for an afternoon of discussion and community. Programming will include a panel of experts and practitioners exploring the unique challenges—and opportunities—of the moment we now find ourselves in, as well as strategies for how to move forward. This will be followed by snacks, beverages, and robust conversation.  

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Addressing Extreme Heat Through Faithful Community Resilience

Mar 27, 2025

As extreme heat intensifies across the Carolinas, communities face rising energy costs, disproportionate health risks, and increasing pressure on local infrastructure. Faith-based organizations have long played a vital role in responding to crises in our region, providing critical support and advocating for systemic change. They are uniquely positioned to partner with others on advancing communities’ heat resilience. Register now for a public conversation exploring the intersection of faith, energy justice, and climate resilience. Hosted by Ashley Ward of Duke University’s Heat Policy Innovation Hub, this conversation will feature insights from Pastor Neil Bernard (New Wine Christian Fellowship), Angella Dunston (Warren County Environmental Action Team), and Reverend Leo Woodberry (Kingdom Living Temple and New Alpha Community Development). The discussion will examine: – How faith-based communities are addressing extreme heat and energy poverty – The role of churches and community spaces as resilience hubs – Policy and financial solutions that connect local needs with industry and government action The event is free and open to the public (registration is required).

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Getting to Zero Forum

Apr 22, 2025

The Getting to Zero Forum is the leading conference that brings together all members of the built environment sector. Hosted by NBI, the Forum is a three-day conference dedicated to advancing zero emissions buildings. With inspiring keynotes, educational breakouts, interactive workshops, along with fun and unique networking experiences, this event is a must for anyone who is passionate about buildings and the people in them. 

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Navigating Solar Energy: A Guide for Public Officials

Mar 20, 2025

This informative session is designed for newly elected and current public officials, local leaders, and municipal representatives who want to gain a deeper understanding of utility-scale solar projects, their economic benefits, and best practices for community integration.

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It is a fundamental tenet of NCSEA’s mission to create opportunities for clean energy professionals and supporters to connect, share information, build knowledge, and learn from our community. NCSEA holds events to encourage the open exchange of ideas and to support professional development and personal growth. We believe that ensuring a wide, diverse range of voices that fully represent the diversity of the community we serve is essential to a thoughtful, robust conversation and better decision-making and policy-setting.

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