The 50 States of Solar: 42 States and D.C. Took Action on Distributed Solar Policy and Rate Design During Q2 2019
Raleigh, N.C. – (July 24, 2019) The N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) released its Q2 2019 edition of The 50 States of Solar. The quarterly series provides insights on state regulatory and legislative discussions and actions on distributed solar policy, with a focus on net metering, distributed solar valuation, community solar, residential fixed charges, […]
Read MorePoised for Growth – North Carolina State University Implements an Additional 6.5 MW of Combined Heat and Power on Centennial Campus
First-year savings anticipated at $1.7 million In January of 2019, North Carolina State University brought online 6.5 megawatts (MW) of combined heat and power (CHP) on Centennial Campus. Between the original system 11 MW CHP system installed in 2012 at Cates Avenue, all told, the university now has a total of 17.5 MW of (CHP). […]
Read MoreDuke Energy Combined Heat and Power System Currently Under Construction
Clemson University to increase energy reliability with islanding capability, self-healing smart grid A new Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant owned and operated by Duke Energy will generate 15 megawatts (MW) of electricity as early as November 2019. The system will provide South Carolina’s Clemson University with steam, and allow the university to island from […]
Read MoreCertificate in Renewable Energy Management (CREM) Past Projects; Register Now for Next Training July 9
Check out a few Certificate in Renewable Energy Management (CREM) training projects from 2018 and earlier this year, and join us for the last CREM session of 2019 from July 9 through August 16! The CREM training program is for those interested in learning about renewable energy project management and what it takes to make a […]
Read MoreHow to Fund Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in North Carolina
Are you interested in installing new Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) (electric vehicle charging stations) in your North Carolina community? There are three possible sources of funding to make it happen. EVSE; an element in an infrastructure that supplies electric energy for recharging of plug-in electric vehicles including electric cars, neighborhood electric vehicles and […]
Read MoreWinners announced for the “Keep Our Air Clean” Student Art Contest
The winners of the second annual “Keep Our Air Clean” Student Art Contest have been officially announced! Artwork will appear on billboards around North Carolina. Elementary School Winner Middle School Winner High School Winner College Winner Thank you to all who participated!
Read MoreSessions Announced for 2019 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference
Sessions and tracks have been announced for the 2019 Sustainable Fleet Conference and Expo! The Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo 2019 showcases the latest and greatest sustainable fleet technologies + alternative fuel operations and implementation in the biofuels, electric, natural gas and propane arenas. The two-day conference, August 7 & 8, 2019 in Durham, […]
Read MoreConnecting North Carolina’s Diverse Energy Economy at the 2019 State Energy Conference of NC
A record number of more than 850 energy professionals gathered in April for the 2019 State Energy Conference of North Carolina in Raleigh, NC. Attendees came from a variety of backgrounds; including state and local government, non-profit, startups, academia and corporate organizations – suitable for this year’s theme: “Connecting North Carolina’s Diverse Energy Economy.” Over […]
Read MoreNCCETC Training Graduate Learns, Teaches and Lives Renewable Energy
One of NC Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC)’s training graduates, Ken Clifton, doesn’t just learn about renewable energy – he lives it every day. Clifton, who completed the Renewable Energy Technology Diploma Series at NCCETC by taking REPV: Fundamentals of Photovoltaic Design and Installation, REPVA: Advanced, and CREM: Certificate in Renewable Energy Management, is a […]
Read MoreThe 50 States of Electric Vehicles Q1 2019 Update Report: Nearly Every State Addressed Electric Vehicles During Q1 2019
Raleigh, NC – (May 8, 2019) The N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) released its Q1 2019 update edition of The 50 States of Electric Vehicles. The quarterly series provides insights on state regulatory and legislative discussions and actions on electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. The report finds that 48 states and the District of […]
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