Outreach, Engagement, and Economic Development
NC State University is a resource for state-of-the-art information about energy production, distribution, and use and includes programs and resources targeted to technical, public policy, economic and educational needs of citizens and businesses in our state, the nation and the world.
Many units throughout the University have resources or programs focused on sharing knowledge about energy and related issues with the public. Many of these resources are multidisciplinary in nature and some cross-cut departments and even colleges within the university.
For Citizens
- NCCETC – Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE)
- NCCETC – Fuel What Matters – Basics of Alternative Fuels
- NC Cooperative Extension – Home Energy Conservation
For Businesses and Industry
- NCCETC – Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE)
- NCCETC – Motor Fleet Resources for Alternative Fuels
- NC Cooperative Extension – Solar Energy Property Tax Resources
Technical Assistance
- NC Clean Energy Technology Center – Numerous Training, Assessment, and Technical Assistance Programs
- College of Natural Resources Extension Programs – Woody Biomass Feedstocks, Processing
- NCSU Industrial Assessment Center – Energy Assessments at no cost to Eligible Small- and Mid-sized Manufacturers
Continuing Education Programs
MCKIMMON CENTER FOR EXTENSION & CONTINUING EDUCATION
NC CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CENTER
Whether you’re an industry pro or just starting out, the NC Clean Energy Technology Center Training Program offers online and in-person workshops and programs that range from short, certificate classes to the in-depth Renewable Energy Technologies Diploma Series.
- Renewable Energy Technologies Diploma Series
- CREM: Certificate in Renewable Energy Management
- REPV: Fundamentals of Design and Installation of Photovoltaic Systems
- REPV(A) : Advanced Design and Installation of Photovoltaic Systems
- Operations and Maintenance of Photovoltaic Systems
- Solar Storage
- BPI Building Analyst and Envelope Professional Certifications
- RESNET HERS Rater Certification
CNR EXTENSION PROGRAMS FOR BIOMASS
Resources for K-20 STEM Education
- NC State Solar House
- The Science House
- The Engineering Place
- 4-H Electric Program
- Interstate Renewable Energy Council – Content Integration for Community College Instructors
Other
- State Energy Conference
- Office of Research, Innovation and Economic Development (ORIED)
- Office of Outreach & Engagement