Clean Energy Stories
Lower energy costs, more clean jobs, healthier communities. The Southeast is transitioning toward a clean energy economy. Read about how your neighbors are benefitting from clean energy.
In North Carolina, Putting the Farm in Solar Farm
Joel Olsen uses sheep and the Renewable Energy for America Program to maintain his 28-megawatt solar farm in Montgomery County, North Carolina.
Atlanta Motorsports Park Revs Up With Solar Power
Federal funding helps a Georgia speedway generate over half its energy needs through solar, powered by panels manufactured in state at Qcells.
Staying online and helping neighbors thanks to solar + battery storage after Hurricane Helene
This story comes from Chandra Brown whose community was still without power eight days after Hurricane Helene, but she was able to power her home and help her neighbors thanks to solar and battery storage.
How our EV became a lifesaver after Hurricane Helene
This blog post comes to us from Alan Shedd who resides in coastal Georgia. He shares how his Kia EV6 V2L made dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, including a power outage, more comfortable.
Dory Larsen on Electric Vehicles: A Climate Digest Video Interview
EV owners are the best salespeople for EVs — so taking a test ride in one is a powerful first step in getting drivers to electrify their ride.
How this North Carolina Farmer is thriving thanks to solar-powered organic farming
Farmer Michael Murdoch runs his entire farm powered by a 100% off-the-grid barn with six solar panels and two batteries.
Expanding their fleet with the Rivian: Why this North Carolina business went electric
Van in Black expanded their electric transportation options to meet customer needs and as a logical investment.
North Carolina County Blazes a Path to 100% Clean Energy
Buncombe County expects to be powered by 100% renewable energy – a first for the Tar Heel state.
A Campus Where the School Building is a Teacher
Tar Heel School in Bladen County, NC is a net positive energy building that generates more onsite clean electricity than it consumes.
A Positive “Perfect Storm”: Catawba College’s Commitment to Clean Energy Career-Building
Catawba College in North Carolina recently reached carbon neutrality ahead of their 2030 goal, thanks to federal funding.