Our mission is to help minority-owned businesses in North Carolina engage with, expand, and sustainably grow in the energy industry. Throughout the 8-week Equitable Clean Energy Advancement Initiative Pilot cohort, participants will engage in hands-on workshops, interactive discussions, case studies, guest speaker sessions, and practical exercises. This comprehensive program aims to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to excel in clean energy, including access to Department of Energy grants and contract opportunities.

Workshop Topics include:

1. Introduction to Clean Energy
2. Registering for SAM.gov
3. Regulatory Landscape for Clean Energy
4. Developing Clean Energy Projects
5. Energy Storage Solutions for Clean Energy Businesses
6. Building Sustainable Business Models
7. Clean Energy Project Financing
8. Cohort Graduation