Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
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Energy Program
The Energy Group is dedicated to ensuring a sustainable energy future for the citizens of North Carolina.
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Stormwater Program
The Stormwater Permitting Program develops, plans and implements statewide stormwater control policies, strategies and rules to protect surface waters of NC from the impacts of stormwater pollutants and runoff.
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Erosion & Sediment Control
Mission: To allow development within our state while preventing pollution by sedimentation.
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Onshore Wind Energy Program
DEQ oversees the permitting of construction, operation and expansion activities for onshore commercial wind energy operations.
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The Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources seeks to promote the wise use and protection of North Carolina's land and geologic resources. The division regulates and provides technical assistance related to mining, dams, sediment and erosion control and stormwater management.
