by Suzanne Sabin | Nov 9, 2025 | Miscellaneous
Energy demand from data centers, manufacturing expansions, and other large facilities is rising at an unprecedented pace. Policymakers and utilities are at a critical juncture and must decide how to integrate large loads while preserving grid reliability,...
by Suzanne Sabin | Nov 7, 2025 | Renewable Energy Land Use
A report from the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) released in September provided an update on how utility-scale solar (USS) interacts with North Carolina’s agricultural landscape. North Carolina now hosts 773 USS installations with a combined...
by Suzanne Sabin | Oct 23, 2025 | Renewable Energy Land Use
The Carolinas’ landscapes are defined by forests, farms, and communities that shape the region’s culture, economy, and environment. While working lands and natural areas remain dominant, the states face growing challenges from rapid residential and urban development....
by Suzanne Sabin | Oct 7, 2025 | CCEBA Updates, Interconnection & Transmission
On October 14th, the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) will hold a technical conference on one of the state’s most pressing challenges: how to power the massive new electric loads driven by North Carolina’s economic development, advanced manufacturing, and...
by Suzanne Sabin | Aug 20, 2025 | CCEBA Updates
CCEBA recently spoke with new member SmartTrak AI to learn more about their offerings. Read on to find out about this innovative company! Q: How did SmartTrak get started and what inspired you to apply AI to energy? A: SmartTrak AI began in 2019 as a consulting...
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