Home Energy in NC

Home Energy in NC:  Here you will find helpful information on the impact of home energy efficiency in North Carolina.

• What’s the size of NC’s home and building energy efficiency industry?
  • $3B+ in 2014 industry revenue = Largest sector of NC’s clean energy economy.
  • 1,200 companies across the state serving NC residents, businesses and institutions.
  • 15,000 full-time workers in our local communities.
• How NC measures up compared to other states:
  • 3rd most home energy ratings (HERS Scores) in the country (RESNET).
  • 30th in the country for energy efficiency (ACEEE).
  • 2nd most solar installations in the country (SEIA).
  • 7th most LEED certified buildings in the country (USGBC).

2014 ENERGY STAR  Certified New Homes Market Share

• NC had the third-most new ENERGY STAR new homes in 2014
• 6,337 total ENERGY STAR homes in NC
• 18.28 percent market penetration

Visit the ENERGY STAR website for a full interactive map.

• NC is one of the fastest growing markets for clean energy solutions (NCSEA).
• NC’s clean energy industry has grown by ~25 percent since 2012, reaching $4.8 billion in gross revenues in 2014, up $1.2 billion from 2013 (NCSEA).
• In 2011, energy efficient homes in NC sold for a $5,500 premium and 90 days sooner than standard homes (NCEEA).
• In 2013, 16,360 NC homes (32%) were certified for energy efficiency (NCEEA).

• The positive impact of energy efficient home certifications in NC.Why your NC electric bill is increasing due to costly electricity generation from fossil fuels.
• How economics, the environment and employees play a role in clean energy in NC.
• Click here for publications written by the North Carolina Energy Efficiency Alliance.