Clean Transportation
Piedmont and Coastal NC Clean Communities
Piedmont & Coastal NC Clean Communities became an apprentice coalition in late January 2024 as part of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Clean Cities and Communities program. This coalition is housed at the Center, which is a state-designated lead regional organization in North Carolina that presently serves 57 counties across the state.
Why It Matters
The use of fuels such as biodiesel, electricity, ethanol, natural gas, propane and other clean transportation technologies can help to reduce emissions, cut down on fuel consumption and even save money. Other technologies can also improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and save in fuel costs. Our staff is helping to diversify fuel supplies and support cleaner, more vibrant local and state economies. The end result – cleaner air and greater energy security.
Services
CFAT Grants
The Clean Fuel Advanced Technology (CFAT) program offers grant funding to support projects that reduce transportation-related air pollution emissions in specific North Carolina counties.
Grant-seeking assistance
Anyone in North Carolina can receive a free, brief consultation in which our staff will help identify sources of funding for clean transportation projects that your organization might be eligible for.
Technical Assistance on EV Infrastructure Planning
Many companies and communities are interested in electric vehicles, yet may feel challenged by the complexity of EV charging infrastructure.
Alternative Fuels & Advanced Technology Tab
The Center can analyze your fleet’s make-up and fuel usage patterns to make recommendations on the most cost-effective alternative fuels and technologies that your organization could use to become more productive and efficient.
EVSE Technician Training
NCCETC can provide training for EVSE technicians for installation and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure.
Sustainable Fleet Management Tab
Sustainable fleet practices provide a process of continuous improvement, fleet modernization, and impact and risk reduction.
EVSE Infrastructure Series
The EVSE Infrastructure Series is comprised of four 1-hour courses that cover the topics of siting, working with utilities, navigating permitting, and ADA considerations relating to EVSEs. The series is intended to provide foundational information on each topic for architects, planners, and construction professionals.
Webinars
Tune in to a variety of Clean Transportation Program webinars, covering fleet management and alternative fuels led by experienced fleet managers and experts in the field.
Technologies
The 50 States of Electric Vehicles: States Tackle Electric Vehicle Loads Through Demand-Side Management in Q1 2026
Raleigh, NC – (April 30, 2026) The NC Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) released its Q1 2026 edition of The 50 States of Electric Vehicles. The quarterly series provides insights…
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2026 State Energy Conference of NC: April 28-29 – Connecting NC’s Diverse Energy Economy
WHAT: The 2026 State Energy Conference of North Carolina, hosted by the NC Clean Energy Technology Center and NC State University’s Office of Professional Development, offers the annual, two-day…
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NCCETC Kicks Off Earth Month with an EV Display and Ride & Drive
By: Dawn Haworth, Public Communications Specialist Each year, the NC Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) looks forward to celebrating Earth Month by showcasing alternative fuel vehicles while educating the public…
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2024 - 2025 Annual Report
The annual report highlights Center achievements that took place from July 2024 to June 2025.
DownloadElectric Vehicle Charging Standards
The infographics include a short history of the different charging systems, power ratings, plug-in locations within 50 miles of North Carolina, the top three counties by charger count, and the…
Download2023-2024 Annual Report
The annual report highlights Center achievements that took place from July 2023 to June 2024.
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