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Stories That Are Shaping the Future of Wind
Winter Wind—The Perfect Storm
A historic winter storm—Winter Storm Enzo—swept across the Southeast last week, bringing record snow, ice, and sub-freezing temperatures from Texas to the Carolinas. The storm put aging power grids to the test as it produced the snowiest day in over a century, but wind energy helped keep the lights on.
Offshore Wind: A Game-Changer for North Carolina’s Economy and Energy Grid
SEWC’s Karly Lohan, in The Robesonian, emphasizes North Carolina’s potential to lead in offshore wind energy. She urges the N.C. Utilities Commission to back Duke Energy’s plans, citing economic benefits like job creation and a stronger, cleaner energy grid. With federal incentives and local businesses poised to participate, Lohan sees a transformative opportunity for the state.