If you are a voter or elected official participating in energy decision-making, this collection is designed to help you promote renewable energy and energy efficiency in your community. Explore our collection of Decision Maker Guides to learn about existing initiatives and how to plan your own. Or search the table below to find existing ordinances, economic development data and cost-benefit analysis tools.
Stakeholders & Policymakers Resource Database
Resource | Source and Description | Audience | Topic | Type | Additional Tags | File |
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Housing Matters: Mapping Energy Burden |
This blog post by NC Housing Coalition explains the problem of energy burden in NC and includes snapshots of state energy burden numbers and maps of the counties most affected. |
Report Map |
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Housing & Energy |
A collection of resources related to healthy homes, indoor air quality, moisture control, weatherization, energy efficiency and more |
Report Factsheet Guide or Toolkit |
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Executive Energy Leadership Academy |
The Executive Energy Leadership Academy provides industry and community leaders an opportunity to learn about advanced energy technologies to guide their organizations in energy-related decisions and planning. |
General |
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Energy Star Rebate Finder |
Energy Star database of rebates and special offers for energy-saving appliances |
Guide or Toolkit |
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Energy Savings Potential State Fact Sheets |
These factsheets present the potential for economic, energy and utility bill savings for each state, as well as a list of the top ten energy savings home improvements. |
Factsheet Map |
Download (226.2 KB) |
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Energy Efficiency—Jobs and Investments |
Factsheet describing the economic benefits of energy efficiency investments and number of jobs created |
Factsheet |
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Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Resources for Rural K-12 School Energy Managers and Educators |
This 8-page guide offers tips for implementing energy efficiency measures in K-12 school districts and includes numerous case studies and resources for benchmarking, implementation, financing and behavior change programs. |
Factsheet Guide or Toolkit |
Download (557.54 KB) |
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Electricity Regulation in the United States: A Guide |
This 210-page handbook was designed by the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) to provide an overview of the procedures and issues involved with U.S. electricity regulation. |
Guide or Toolkit |
Download (4.36 MB) |
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ElecTel Cooperative Federal Credit Union - Energy Efficient Loan Program |
ElecTel's loan program is available to members of select North Carolina electric cooperatives to finance home energy efficiency improvements, as well as solar, solar storage, and more. |
General |
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Economic Value of Biomass Facilities Contributing to North Carolina’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard (REPS) |
Report from NC State Extension on the economic value of North Carolina biomass facilities |
Report |