With so many rich, natural resources across the state, it's no wonder North Carolina is a powerhouse when it comes to cleantech, wind energy, solar power, and other renewable energy sources. Our state is #1 for offshore wind energy potential, is the top choice for electric vehicle operations in the US, and is the 5th fastest-growing state in solar capacity.
Home to the Amazon Wind Farm U.S. East, the first coastal wind farm to be built in the Southeast and far larger than any other wind farm in the region, North Carolina offers tremendous potential for additional wind energy development.
North Carolina’s diverse clean energy industry boasts 1,717 firms and more than 43,000 full-time equivalent jobs. Among these firms is the Kings Mountain District in North Carolina, which is the largest known and highest quality spodumene, aka hard rock lithium, deposit in the U.S.
Our labor force is 5.1 million people strong. Our workforce can supply you with manufacturing power and highly educated engineering prowess. In fact, more than 60% of the critical component silicon carbide (SiC) for EV chips are made in NC.
North Carolina is home to more than 29,000 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math grads annually, ranking second for STEM grads in the Southeastern U.S. The state’s engineering workforce has grown 18% over the past five years, leading the nation for engineering job growth.
North Carolina is at the forefront of transitioning to a clean energy economy. Through legislation and bold action, the state has diversified its energy resource mix to include sustainable, low-cost energy sources. Learn more about North Carolina’s commitment to clean energy.
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