Celebrating 20 Years - and Planning for 20 More!

The Training and Workforce Development program is proud to be celebrating our 20th anniversary! In the coming year, the team will be reaching out to learn more about professional development goals and workforce development needs. Your feedback is crucial. It will help us to update existing courses and create new ones that fit your schedule, budget, and learning preferences. Stay connected to learn more and provide feedback!

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The 50 States Reports

Our Policy Team tracks legislative and regulatory activity on solar, grid modernization, energy storage and electric vehicles and decarbonization across the country in its 50 States quarterly reports. The reports keep industry stakeholders informed of policy and regulatory changes in the clean energy sector.

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State Energy Conference of North Carolina

April 29-30, 2025
The State Energy Conference provides actionable insight into the business of energy, connecting technical innovation, diverse resources and industry opportunities to help drive North Carolina's regional energy economy forward with national impact. The conference will be held in Raleigh, NC. Come to network, learn best practices, hear about successful case studies, engage in important energy discussions and more.

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Our Work

We organize our work around these six areas:

Renewable Energy

Clean Power & Industrial Efficiency

Clean Transportation

Training

Policy

Center Projects

Energy & Sustainability Services

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News and Updates

Examine All Levels of the Energy Marketplace at the 2025 State Energy Conference of North Carolina

On April 29 to 30, 2025, the State Energy Conference of North Carolina will return to the McKimmon Center at NC State University. The annual conference attracts hundreds of energy…

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Supporting Farmers and Rural Small Businesses – USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program

The Rural Energy for America Program (REAP), administered by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), has a long history of providing rural small businesses and agricultural producers with guaranteed…

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Experts and Key Suppliers to Convene to Discuss Puerto Rico’s Industrial Sector

On March 27, 2025, the inaugural Puerto Rico Industrial Power Connect Conference will take place, organized by the Energy Intelligence Institute in partnership with CooperVision and the U.S. Department of…

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Enhance your skills or begin a career change with one of our training classes!  The Center offers several training opportunities for professional development and the highest level of continuing education in renewable energy technologies.  Get started today. 

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