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Vietnamese solar company to create 900 jobs, invest $294 million in Pitt County

Boviet Solar plans to spend $294 million by the end of 2027 as part of the deal, state economic development officials said Friday. It's the latest clean-energy recruiting win for commerce officials, who approved an incentives package worth up to $16.4 million.

Jack Hagel, WRAL state government editor

Vietnamese solar company to create 900 jobs, invest $294 million in Pitt County

Clean energy groups challenge change in Duke Energy solar rates

Renewable energy advocates were in court Wednesday, fighting against Duke Energy and North Carolina regulators over new rules that will raise the energy bills of people and businesses with solar panels.

New rules will increase energy bills for NC solar customers. Should the courts step in?

Duke Energy will soon be allowed to charge some solar customers more, and pay less to buy excess power from people and businesses with solar panels. North Carolina solar companies and climate activists say the environment and the economy will suffer, unless state courts stop the changes.

Will Doran, WRAL state government reporter

New rules will increase energy bills for NC solar customers. Should the courts step in?

DEBORAH MAXWELL: Kicking gas - North Carolina's clean energy boom

Friday, Dec. 22, 2023 -- Looking ahead to 2024, the significance of clean energy jobs in North Carolina's economy cannot be overstated. Thanks of the clean energy plan, businesses have the security and stability to break ground on new facilities and create good-paying jobs. Thanks to Gov. Roy Cooper, North Carolina has established itself as a leading state for this clean energy economy, especially in rural communities.

Editorial: Pedal to the metal. Accelerate transition to electric school buses

Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023 -- Electric power for school buses is ideal - for reliability, maintenance and efficient use of resources - both natural and from taxpayers. As the legislature continues its work on the state budget, making provisions to increase the fleet of electric-powered buses is an easy choice, support local industry and must be a top priority.

Despite inflation car prices remain stable, safety improved

Are consumers footing the bill for greener rides? A new analysis by Consumer Reports reveals some surprising results.

Keely Arthur, WRAL consumer reporter

Despite inflation car prices remain stable, safety improved

Leaders discuss future of offshore wind energy development in North Carolina

Industry leaders discussed the logistical challenges and economic potential of offshore wind development off North Carolina's coast at a Duke conference today.

NC leaders hold conference to discuss future of wind energy

Momentum for offshore wind development is picking up in our state with an international agreement this week between North Carolina and Denmark.

WARD LENZ: The day the irony died

Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023 -- The largest companies in North Carolina are asking for more clean energy solutions. Why not support them in their endeavor to reduce their emissions footprint? This is a great opportunity to bring those jobs and investments we're seeing in states like Iowa right here.

Duke Energy unveils plans for going ‘green;’ trade group sees ‘improvement’

CHARLOTTE – Duke Energy is proposing to regulars new renewable energy plans designed to help business and consumers who want […]

On the Record: The future of energy in NC

Broadly speaking the new Carbon Plan approved last week calls on Duke Energy to retire the vast majority of its coal-burning power plants, which right now produce 25 percent of electricity in the state.

CARRIE CLARK: Duke Energy's failure sheds light on a way forward

Thursday Jan. 5, 2023 -- The lessons from the Christmas storm and big chill are clear: Climate change is causing more extreme and unpredictable weather; Gas and coal aren't always dependable in extreme weather, while renewable energy with battery storage is more reliable.

New North Carolina Carbon plan draws criticism

North Carolina law requires Duke Energy and other electric utility providers to reduce carbon emissions by 70% from 2005 levels by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

North Carolina's Carbon Plan criticized for lack of specifics, energy reliability and possible higher bills

North Carolina law requires Duke Energy and other electric utility providers to reduce carbon emissions by 70% from 2005 levels by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

Joe Fisher, WRAL reporter

North Carolina's Carbon Plan criticized for lack of specifics, energy reliability and possible higher bills

Duke Energy acknowledges multiple generators failed, despite promise they were fully prepared for extreme cold

Duke Energy and state regulators are now saying more than one generating unit failed to respond when it was called upon to supply extra power during the rolling blackouts that impacted half a million people over the weekend.

Laura Leslie, WRAL Capitol Bureau Chief

Duke Energy acknowledges multiple generators failed, despite promise they were fully prepared for extreme cold

ALLI GOLD ROBERTS: Major NC employers say state regulators must adopt stronger plan for power sector

Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022 -- North Carolina's business community infuses billions of dollars into the state's economy each year, provides tens of thousands of jobs for hardworking North Carolinians, and provides goods, services and technologies to every corner of the state. It is asking the state Utilities Commission to craft a plan that prioritizes least-cost resources like energy efficiency and other proven, low-cost, clean technologies including solar, wind, and battery storage.

Editorial: Cooper's order will position N.C. to be a clean energy economy leader

Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 -- Gov. Roy Cooper recently announced push to get more electric buses, trucks and vans onto North Carolina roads. It is a timely move and positions North Carolina to exploit and benefit from change rather than reacting in desperation.