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Watt’s It Going to Take: How Does NC Reach Its Energy Goals

February 10, 2025 • Institute for Emerging Issues • Season 2 • Episode 3

In this episode of “The Connector,” IEI Policy and Program Manager Tarik Woods sits down with Chris Carmody, Executive Director of the Carolinas Clean Energy Business Association, and Dr. Deb Wojcik, Executive Director of Research Triangle Cleantech Cluster. Together, they discuss North Carolina’s energy goals, what it will take to achieve them, and the economic advantages of a forward-thinking energy economy that balances the needs of both residents and industry. They also offer insights into the future of energy generation in the state.

This episode is also a continuation of the special series previewing the 2025 Emerging Issues Forum: Future Forward Energy on Feb. 19. Tickets for the forum are available at go.ncsu.edu/2025forum.

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The Connector podcast explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina. To learn more about the Institute for Emerging Issues, visit emergingissues.org.