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News, information and opinions on the energy industry, politics and North Carolina’s electric cooperatives.

U.S. Renewable Energy Tops Coal in 2019

The data bucks a long-running trend (since 1885)

Co-ops Offer Resources for COVID‑19 Hardships

New website provides information for those in need of assistance

Now Available: License Plate Honoring Lineworkers

‘Keeping the Lights On’ specialty license plate is now available to NC drivers

Former Youth Tourist Sees Opportunity for Collaboration

YLC delegate Karis Dean shares experiences from Capitol Hill

Co-op Educational Grant Program Breaks Record

2019 Bright Ideas Grants neared $720,000

Co-ops Present $20,000 to Ronald McDonald House of Eastern NC

Program houses families while children receive medical care

Haywood EMC and Tri-County EMC to host Kenan Fellows

NC co-op shave hosted nine Kenan Fellows since 2014

Long-term Plans Focus on Value for Co-op Members

Sustainability and efficiency goals underscore cooperative difference

Accessible Innovation Stressed by NC Co-ops at National Meeting

NC co-op leaders set the tone among national peers

Poultry Waste Will Provide Power to NC Co-ops

Pitt & Greene EMC serves an innovative renewable energy project

NC Co-ops Position for Economic Development Opportunities

Projects around the state bring jobs and new investments

Students Receive 2020 Youth Leadership Scholarships

Three scholarships were awarded to participants from the NC Youth Tour

9 Tips to Help You Avoid These Coronavirus Scams

Scammers are using the COVID-19 pandemic to their advantage

Students: Apply Now to Co-op Leadership Camp

Cooperative Leadership Camp applications due April 30

Help Rural Areas be Counted in Census 2020

Census numbers determine how communities receive federal and state resources