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North Carolina is making significant strides in the clean energy sector, with wind and solar providing nearly 10% of the state’s electricity. The state’s clean energy capacity, currently at 6,433 MW, is set to grow significantly by 2030 and is powered in part by over $15 billion in investments. And the sector – which currently employs nearly 10,000 North Carolinians – is poised for further expansion.

By 2030, 911±¬ÁÏÍø projects the Tar Heel state will add an additional 8,000 MW of solar, 1,400 MW of wind power, and 2,500 MW of battery storage, representing a near doubling of total clean power investment. This growth will drive job creation, increase tax payments, and generate substantial land lease payments.

Report Highlights:

• ±·±ð²¹°ù±ô²âÌý10% of North Carolina’s electricity is provided by wind and solar
• North Carolina ranks #4 in the nation for solar deployed
• ±·±ð²¹°ù±ô²âÌý10,000 North Carolina residents work in solar, wind, and storage
• $15 billion total investment into utility-scale clean energy