NC Governor Stein's Energy Policy Task Releases Interim Report
By Marge | Published 2026-02-17T18:25:50.647Z
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Location: Asheville, NC, Western North Carolina, Woodfin
Will WNC's power grid handle Stein's energy plan? Infrastructure upgrades, renewable energy, and local concerns are examined. Read more!
Governor Josh Stein's energy plan: The plan emphasizes reliable, affordable, and clean energy for North Carolina.Stein's Energy PlanGovernor Stein's energy plan, detailed in the Energy Policy Task Force's interim report from February 16, 2026, addresses the state's projected electricity demand growth. This growth, estimated between 16% and nearly 60% by 2040, is driven by data centers, population increases, and advanced manufacturing. The plan was launched via Executive Order 23 in August 2025.
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