State Energy Office

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NC Clean Energy Plan

North Carolina’s Clean Energy Plan lays out a path for the state to become a leader in clean energy innovation and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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Energy Policy Council 2022 Biennual Report

The Energy Policy Council (EPC) is NC’s central energy policy planning body, working with federal, state, regional and local agencies to develop and coordinate energy policy, and make appropriate reports and recommendations to the governor.

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DEQ's State Energy Office is dedicated to ensuring a sustainable energy future for the citizens of North Carolina. We provide services and technical expertise focused on energy efficiency in the public sector, encourage the growth and development of the state’s energy economy with the goal of making North Carolina a leader in the creation of energy jobs. We also work to increase the use of renewable energy, alternative fuels and energy efficiency throughout the state, serving as the principal source of information for these energy areas. In addition, the group provides staffing for the state Energy Policy Council.

Utility Savings Initiative

Manages the use and cost of energy, water and other utilities in state and local facilities.

Inflation Reduction Act

Learn more about tax credit and rebate opportunities through the Inflation Reduction Act

Weatherization Assistance

Helps low-income North Carolinians save energy and reduce their utility bills.

Energy Projects

The NC State Energy Program is working with its numerous federal, private, academic, and non-profit partners to create and manage programs that will encourage efficiency and equity in the energy production process and a more resilient energy grid.