Founded in December 1987 as the North Carolina Solar Center, the NC Clean Energy Technology Center has spent over three decades advancing clean energy solutions across North Carolina and beyond, growing from a solar-focused program into a comprehensive center of excellence covering a wide range of clean energy technologies. As a recognized state agency, it works collaboratively with government agencies, industry leaders, academic institutions, and nonprofit organizations to promote clean energy adoption, and is nationally regarded as a leading source of knowledge and expertise in the field. Through its programs and services, the Center empowers businesses, communities, and individuals to pursue clean energy strategies that foster economic growth, reduce reliance on foreign energy sources, and mitigate the environmental impacts of fossil fuels.