Offshore Wind Energy Goal
Quick Summary
North Carolina has committed to developing offshore wind energy with targets of 2.8 GW by 2030 and 8.0 GW by 2040 under Executive Order 218, which may increase renewable energy availability and support the state's clean energy transition. This is a policy goal rather than a direct incentive program, so homeowners should monitor state and utility offerings for any future programs that may emerge as offshore wind projects develop.
AI-generated summary • Updated 7/12/2026
Program Details
- Program ID
- 22617
- Last Updated
- 11/24/2025
Eligibility
Program Summary
Executive Order 218, signed in June 2021, established a goal of developing 2.8 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind energy resources off the North Carolina coast by 2030 and 8.0 GW by 2040. The Executive Order also established the NC Taskforce for Offshore Wind Economic Resource Strategies (NC TOWERS) to provide expert advice for advancing North Carolina offshore wind energy projects, economic development, and job creation, and directed the Departments of Commerce, Military and Veterans Affairs and Environmental Quality to designate staff members as offshore wind leads.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.