Our Work

What We Do

The North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) is the leading 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that drives public policy and market development for clean energy. Our work enables clean energy jobs, economic opportunities, and affordable energy options for North Carolinians.   NCSEA works with its members and partners to transform our state and region’s energy system through market innovation and policy advocacy primarily in the following clean energy technology sectors: electric transportation, energy efficiency, energy storage, geothermal, hydropower/marine, smart grid, solar, and wind.   NCSEA approaches its work in an evidence-based and collaborative manner and that focus is informed by our diverse community of energy industry leaders, utilities, customers, and innovators. For over forty five years, our mission-driven business model has furthered the transformation of North Carolina energy policy, markets, and systems that create an affordable, resilient, and secure clean energy future.

Our Priorities

NCSEA is focused on driving emissions reductions across our state’s three highest emitting sectors – electricity generation, transportation, and buildings. Our role in driving systemic change is spearheading innovative policy and market solutions formed in a bipartisan manner, intended to benefit all North Carolinians. Our team works to drive policy and market changes in each of these sectors through education and engagement at the NC Utilities Commission, NC General Assembly, and with various state agencies.

Regulatory Priorities