Services
The Policy & Markets Team offers customized research and analysis on energy policy and market issues, including comparative state policy analysis, legislative and regulatory tracking, new markets research, best practices analysis, and policy deep dives. The team also provides education and technical assistance to policymakers, regulators, and other stakeholders on clean energy policy options and design.
DSIRE
The Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE), established in 1995 and managed by the NC Clean Energy Technology Center, is the most comprehensive public source of information on policies and incentives that support renewable energy, energy efficiency, and electric vehicles in the United States.
50 States Reports
The 50 States report series is intended to keep industry stakeholders informed of policy and regulatory changes in the clean energy sector with timely, comprehensive and unbiased updates.
Customized Research & Analysis Tab
The Policy & Markets Team offers customized energy policy research and analysis services, including comparative state policy analysis, legislative and regulatory tracking, new markets research, best practices analysis, and policy deep dives. Contact us to learn more.
DSIRE Insight
DSIRE Insight provides policy tracking and analysis services to energy industry professionals.
Technical Assistance
The Policy & Markets Team offers technical assistance to policymakers, regulators, and energy industry stakeholders on clean energy policy and market issues. Potential types of assistance include conducting a policy gap analysis, examining potential policy options, and supporting policy design and updating through best practices. Contact us to learn more.
Harness the Power of Connection & Innovation at the 2026 State Energy Conference of North Carolina
The State Energy Conference of North Carolina is just around the corner, taking place next month on April 28-29, 2026, at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh, NC. This annual event…
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Trends in Renewable Energy Ordinance Provisions in North Carolina and South Carolina Counties (March 2026)
By: Nicholas Montoni, Senior Program Director for Policy & Markets While completing the biannual updates to the database of local ordinances for North Carolina and South Carolina in March 2026,…
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Carolinas DASH Releases Whitepapers on Solar PV Health, Safety, and Land Use
RALEIGH, NC – (March 2, 2026) The Carolinas Development Assistance and Siting Hub (DASH), an initiative led by the NC Clean Energy Technology Center at NC State University, has announced…
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4.23.2026
Tracking Down Data: Where to Find Climate and Environmental Information in 2026
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2024 - 2025 Annual Report
The annual report highlights Center achievements that took place from July 2024 to June 2025.
DownloadTips for Choosing a Solar + Storage Contractor
It's important to make an informed decision when selecting a contractor. This flyer details what you should consider to ensure hiring a qualified, trustworthy professional.
DownloadOpinions on Large-scale Renewable Energy Development Among Community Members in North and South Carolina
NC State University conducted a telephone survey of community members in North and South Carolina to get an understanding of their opinions on solar and, to a lesser degree, wind…
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