NC Clean Energy Technology Center

📣 Just Released! Our Q3 2026 50 States of EVs report is now available on DSIRE Insight! 📊 26 states + Puerto Rico took 159 actions on EVs and charging infrastructure, with 225+ bills introduced. 🔗 Visit buff.ly/lVzZlv4 to read the executive summary or purchase the full report. #EnergyPolicy #EVs

📣 Now Hiring: 2027 Clean Transportation Event Planning Intern! Join NCCETC to help plan clean transportation events! $15–$25/hr 10–20 hrs/week Mentorship & industry networking Hear from our 2026 intern: buff.ly/6Qn3L17 Apply via NCSU ePACK: Position #230097. Application deadline: Nov 17th, 5 PM

Join us Nov. 4-6 in Charlotte for Southeast Power NEXT (formerly the Southeast Renewable Energy Summit)! ⚡️ Connect with policymakers, utilities & generators to explore strategies for powering large loads across the Southeast. ➡️ Learn more & register: www.infocastinc.com/event/southe...

NCCETC was proud to be a Gold Sponsor and exhibitor at Making Energy Work 2026, hosted by the NC Sustainable Energy Association! ⚡ Steve Kalland joined a keynote panel on university energy centers, while Rebekah de la Mora moderated a discussion on state energy policies. #MEW2026 #EnergyPolicy

Our policy team just released the Q3 2026 50 States of Grid Modernization report on DSIRE Insight! Explore 411 policy actions tracked nationwide and key trends in grid utilization, utility earnings, and advanced transmission technologies. 🔗 www.dsireinsight.com/publications #Energypolicy

⚡Join us tomorrow for the launch of State of Play with DSIRE, our new quarterly webinar series! Explore virtual power plant (VPP) policy trends, technologies, and opportunities with industry experts. 👉 Register FREE: ncsu.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #VPPs #EnergyPolicy #CleanEnergy

📣 Just Released! Our Q3 50 States of Solar report is now available on DSIRE Insight! Explore 221 distributed solar policy actions tracked nationwide and key trends in DER compensation, community solar billing, and meter socket adapters. 🔗 www.dsireinsight.com/publications #Solar #EnergyPolicy

☀️ NCCETC’s Steve Kalland and Justin Lindemann attended SEIA’s 2026 Sustainability Conference last week! Steve discussed state and local sustainability leadership, while Justin explored challenges and opportunities in solar panel recycling. #SolarEnergy #CleanEnergy

☀️ Last week, 20 students and professionals got hands-on experience building a solar tracker at NCCETC’s Lake Wheeler Agrivoltaics Training Site during NC State’s Energy Week! 📖 Read the blog: nccleantech.ncsu.edu/2026/10/09/h... #TrainingTuesday #SolarEnergy #Agrivoltaics

⚡ Join us next week for the launch of State of Play with DSIRE, our new quarterly webinar series! Explore virtual power plant (VPP) policy trends, technologies, and opportunities with industry experts. 👉 Register FREE: ncsu.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #VPPs #EnergyPolicy #CleanEnergy

⚡ That’s a wrap on National Drive Electric Month! 15+ EVs on display and 20+ test drives made for a great day at Centennial Campus. Thanks to the EV owners and everyone who stopped by to learn more about electric transportation! #NDEM #ElectricVehicles

⚡️Members of NCCETC’s Policy & Markets Team attended ExperiencePOWER last week! Nick, an ExperiencePOWER Advisory Board member, chaired two sessions, while Caitlin spoke on a panel about state policy strategies to meet growing electricity demand while keeping costs low for ratepayers. #EnergyPolicy

🚛 EPA’s DERA program is open, with $180M available nationwide for projects that reduce diesel emissions! Our Clean Transportation team can help you build a competitive application. 📩 Contact our team: buff.ly/PlFOGuI 📖 Read our blog: buff.ly/PBtZdPu 🔗 Explore the program: buff.ly/fiDU854 #DERA

📣 NCCETC is launching State of Play with DSIRE, a new quarterly webinar series! Join us October 20 from 1-2 pm as we kick off the series and explore the growing potential of virtual power plants and the policies shaping their development. Register FREE: ncsu.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Energy Week at NC State starts today! ⚡️🌿 Explore events happening October 1-7 that showcase NC State’s energy use, research, and innovation. Visit energy.ncsu.edu/energy-week/ to explore the full schedule. #energyweek #cleanenergy #solar #ncstate #electricvehicles

📣 Just Released! 📣 Our team is thrilled to share the second 50 States of Energy Affordability report, now available for FREE download on DSIRE Insight! 🔗 Visit www.dsireinsight.com/publications to download the full report, read the executive summary, explore maps, and view the data set!

Join us Friday, October 2, to celebrate NC State’s Energy Week in partnership with Nevados! ☀️ Attendees will get hands-on experience with the components behind utility-scale solar at NC State’s Agrivoltaics Training Site. ➡️ Learn more and register: forms.gle/QntFQSn3N5k5...

Our Clean Power & Industrial Efficiency team recently worked with Integra LifeSciences to evaluate onsite energy options for its manufacturing facility in Puerto Rico!⚡️🔋💡 👉Learn more about the project and NCCETC’s technical assistance for large energy users:https://buff.ly/M797T95

This week, NCCETC’s Allison Carr attended the 2026 Southeast Governmental Fleet Managers Association Conference! 🚛 With 100+ vendors, the event highlighted how fleet professionals are adapting to changing budgets, vehicle needs, and workforce transitions. #SGFMA #GovernmentFleet

⚡️ NCCETC kicked off National Drive Electric Month with EV displays at two university football tailgates! Check out the recap blog and photos➡️ nccleantech.ncsu.edu/2026/09/21/t... Next up: NC State University EV Ride & Drive! 👉️ Learn more & RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... #EVs #NCSU

☀️ Check out our new training blog to learn why hands-on rooftop solar skills matter before the jobsite.🏠️ Our "Roof Ready: Rooftop Solar Safety & Preparedness" training is happening on October 20 at NCCETC's Training Yard in Raleigh, NC. 👉 Read the blog and learn more: buff.ly/gADmopI

Last month, we hosted the 2026 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo at the Durham Convention Center! ⚡️🚙 Read our recent blog post for conference highlights! 👉️ nccleantech.ncsu.edu/2026/08/31/h... Save the date for the 2027 SFT Expo, August 17–19, 2027! #Cleantransportation #EVs

Don’t miss upcoming National Drive Electric Month events! ⚡️🚙 Attend to learn more about electric transportation, see EVs up close and connect with your community! 👉️ Explore upcoming events: www.learnaboutevs.org/events/ #NationalDriveElectricMonth #CleanTransportation

Join us TODAY at 2 PM for a FREE Sustainable Fleet Technology (SFT) Webinar!⚡️ This session will highlight practical use cases, cost considerations, and decision-making frameworks to help fleets find right-sized charging investments. 👉️ Register at: buff.ly/AFCWovM

Last Friday, we kicked off National Drive Electric Month with our first event: an NC State University Electric Vehicle Football Tailgate! 🏈🚗⚡ Next up: join us this Friday for another EV display at the Wake Forest University Football Tailgate in Winston-Salem! 👉 Learn more: buff.ly/9sR7jMK

🌻 It's Training Tuesday! 🐏 Check out our latest blog to meet our new Agrivoltaics Intern - Faith Harris! 👉 Meet Faith! buff.ly/MK2ENtn

We're proud sponsors and exhibitors of the NC Sustainable Energy Association’s 2026 MEW Conference in Raleigh from Oct. 14-15! Join us in policy-shaping conversations that advance an accessible & affordable clean energy economy for all. bit.ly/3i1nT7K

Join us next Thursday, September 17, for a FREE Sustainable Fleet Technology (SFT) Webinar! ⚡ This session will highlight practical use cases, cost considerations, and decision-making frameworks to help fleets find right-sized charging investments. 👉️ Learn more & register at buff.ly/AFCWovM

📬 Stay informed on clean energy policy with the DSIRE Insight newsletter! Get key state & federal updates, policy analysis, notable actions, expert news, and upcoming events covering topics from EVs and energy storage to grid modernization and energy affordability. 👉️ Subscribe: buff.ly/XG9NMVm

📢 Registration is open for Roof Ready! 📢 Say hello to our newest class — Roof Ready 🙌 It's a half-day, hands-on workshop on our full-scale training roof. No solar experience needed. Just closed-toe shoes and a willingness to learn! 👉 Learn more and register: nccleantech.ncsu.edu/scheduled-co...

Happy Labor Day from the NC Clean Energy Technology Center! Today, we celebrate the dedication, innovation, and hard work of the people who keep our communities moving forward. Thank you for all that you do. Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Labor Day! ☀️🔋🌱

NCCETC is a proud gold sponsor and exhibitor of the 2026 Making Energy Work Conference!⚡️ The event will feature renowned keynote speakers, engaging breakout sessions, an exhibit hall, and many networking opportunities. Visit www.makingenergywork.com to learn more! #MEW2026

⏳ Solar professionals - there's still time to register for Fundamentals of Solar PV Design & Installation, Sept. 14-18! FSPV is perfect for those newer to solar or anyone who's looking to get their NABCEP PV Associate Credential. 👉 Register today! buff.ly/E8tycnE

That’s a wrap on the 2026 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo!⚡️🚛 Over the past 3 days, SFT brought together fleet and transportation professionals to share insights, explore emerging technologies, build industry connections, and discuss the future of sustainable transportation.

The NC Clean Energy Technology Center offers a wide range of services to businesses, industry leaders, government agencies, and utilities to help optimize their sustainability and energy goals.⚡️ 👉️ Discuss your needs or request a quote for services here: buff.ly/msZDqQv

🚛 Day 2 at Sustainable Fleet Expo! 🌱 Great conversations, new connections, and the latest innovations shaping the future of sustainable fleets. From electrification to smarter fleet operations, there’s plenty happening! #SustainableFleetExpo #FleetManagement #EVFleet #SustainableTransportation

🌟95 percent🌟of our training alums say they would recommend our training to a friend or colleague. 95 percent!! Experience why for yourself with our fall hands-on trainings - including our Fundamentals of Solar PV Design & Installation, Sept. 14-18. 👉 Learn more here: buff.ly/8f2a8BQ

We’re kicking off the Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo tomorrow, August 25th! Join us at the Durham Convention Center in Durham, NC. Walk-in registration is available! #SFTexpo26 🚙 ⚡️

On Aug. 20, NCCETC welcomed German applied science students, hosted by NC State’s Global Training Initiative, for a sustainability-focused visit. Students learned about campus energy, efficiency, workforce training, and clean energy policy in the U.S. Thank you, GTI, for the invitation!

The latest quarterly 50 States reports are now available, covering key state and utility activity across the clean energy landscape. 👉 Explore the full collection, download FREE executive summaries, or purchase individual reports: buff.ly/OKwfKB5 #CleanEnergy #EnergyPolicy #DSIREInsight

Thanks again to our 2026 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo Diamond Sponsors: the Southeast Propane Alliance, the Propane Education & Research Council, and the North Carolina Department of Transportation! 👉️ Register to join us NEXT WEEK: buff.ly/2NKw1hU

Our Policy & Markets team provides customized research, data, and analysis to help stakeholders navigate the evolving clean energy landscape. Whether you need in-depth policy research or the data to inform your next decision, our team can help. Learn more about our energy services: buff.ly/BvYMHMt

Join us NEXT WEEK at the 2026 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo for an exciting lineup of keynote speakers and plenary sessions! 👉It’s not too late to register! Visit buff.ly/1itv9jp to learn more! #SFTExpo26 #SustainableFleetTechnology #FleetManagement #CleanTransportation #Keynotes

☀️ Clean energy pros - did you catch today’s Training Program Newsletter? Inside: the latest courses and upcoming events, including our newest class - Roof Ready - and next month’s FSPV course with everything you need to prepare for the NABCEP PV Associate Exam! 👉 Subscribe: buff.ly/8z7gqY4

A big thank you to our 2026 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo Bronze Sponsors: Nuvera, Lytx, Piedmont Truck Center, and Samsara for supporting this year's event! 🚛 Join us August 25–27 at the SFT Expo in Durham, NC, to connect with these industry leaders! Learn More: buff.ly/2NKw1hU

Thank you to Kempower for supporting the 2026 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo as a Silver Sponsor! ⚡ Connect with Kempower and other industry leaders at the SFT Conference & Expo, August 25–27. There's still time to register! Learn more at www.sustainablefleetexpo.com 🚙🌱