CSE is a nonprofit organization that works to accelerate the transition to a sustainable world powered by clean energy. They provide information, policy support, and incentive programs that can help individuals and organizations in North Carolina adopt solar energy solutions.

• Provides advisory services and education to help advance clean energy technologies like solar.
• Offers resources to help homeowners understand the process and benefits of going solar.

A part of the College of Engineering at N.C. State University, it promotes the use of renewable energy and energy efficiency, clean transportation fuels and technologies, and green building practices.

A resource by the U.S. Department of Energy that provides information on saving energy and using renewable energy technologies at home.

• Provides consumer-focused information on solar energy basics, planning a home solar electric system, and solar water heating
• Includes tools to estimate solar potential and connect with solar professionals

A comprehensive source of information on incentives and policies that support renewables and energy efficiency in the United States.

• Comprehensive source of information on incentives and policies that support solar energy in North Carolina
• Allows homeowners to easily look up solar tax credits, rebates, net metering policies and more

Protects North Carolina consumers from scams and frauds, investigates consumer complaints, and holds businesses accountable for mistreating North Carolina customers.

The federal agency responsible for advancing science, innovation, and security, and providing resources on climate change, drinking water, clean vehicles, and more

A non-profit organization that drives public policy and market development for clean energy, enabling clean energy jobs, economic opportunities, and affordable energy options for North Carolinians.

• Non-profit that drives public policy and market development for clean energy in the state
• Provides information on solar policies like net metering and advocates for pro-solar legislation

A web app by NREL that estimates the energy production and value of PV systems worldwide, allowing homeowners, small building owners, installers, and manufacturers to develop estimates of the performance of potential PV installations.

• Online tool developed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory that estimates solar energy production and value
• Allows homeowners to get performance estimates for potential solar installations on their property

The U.S. federal agency responsible for protecting human health and the environment.

A non-profit corporation that offers board certifications for renewable energy professionals, enhancing their credibility and consumer confidence.

• Offers certifications for solar professionals to demonstrate their knowledge and experience
• Provides a directory of certified solar installers for homeowners looking for qualified contractors

The U.S. DOE’s primary lab for renewable energy research and development. Provides data and tools for solar resource assessment and system performance modeling.

The main utility in NC. Offers net metering and rebates for customer-owned solar PV systems. Customers should understand their interconnection process and rate structures.

• The main utility company in North Carolina
• Offers net metering to credit homeowners for excess solar electricity sent to the grid
• Provides rebates to help lower the upfront cost of installing solar panels