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SREB Clean Energy Technology in North Carolina

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North Carolina's SREB clean energy technology pathway prepares students for careers in renewable energy systems and sustainability. Students develop expertise in solar, wind, geothermal, and energy efficiency technologies. Growing clean energy sector creates career opportunities throughout the state.

Curriculum covers renewable energy fundamentals, solar and wind systems, energy storage, grid integration, and energy efficiency. Students work with renewable energy systems and understand energy transformation. Learning emphasizes sustainable practices and emerging technologies.

Graduates work as renewable energy technicians, solar installers, energy auditors, and sustainability specialists for utilities, renewable energy companies, and corporate sustainability departments. Many advance to engineering and management roles.

SREB Clean Energy Technology at a Glance

3

Courses

8

Credentials

4

Career Paths

State Standards & Framework

North Carolina's SREB clean energy curriculum aligns with clean energy industry standards and SREB framework. Students complete 4-6 pathway units covering renewable energy technologies as defined by NC DPI and SREB.

Programs teach renewable energy systems and sustainability practices. Students develop clean energy technical skills.

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Typical Course Sequence

CourseCode
Technology Engineering and DesignTE11
Technological DesignTE12
Engineering DesignTE13

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Industry Certifications & Credentials

Career Opportunities

Salary data from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Growth projections from BLS Employment Projections (2023-2033). Cost-of-living adjustment uses BEA Regional Price Parities (2023). Entry-level salaries reflect the 25th percentile; experienced salaries reflect the median.

Renewable Energy Technician

Entry Level
$80,190in North Carolina
National: $85,750-6%

Salary range: $80,190 - $148,760

Adjusted for cost of living: $85,182

-5.6% growth27,500 openings/yr
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Solar Installation Specialist

Entry Level
$36,010in North Carolina
National: $46,040-22%

Salary range: $36,010 - $50,630

Adjusted for cost of living: $38,252

+24.2% growth63,000 openings/yr
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Energy Auditor

Experienced
$106,960in North Carolina
National: $117,750-9%

Salary range: $80,190 - $148,760

Adjusted for cost of living: $113,618

-5.6% growth27,500 openings/yr
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Renewable Energy Manager

Experienced
$106,960in North Carolina
National: $117,750-9%

Salary range: $80,190 - $148,760

Adjusted for cost of living: $113,618

-5.6% growth27,500 openings/yr
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Work-Based Learning Opportunities

Students intern with utilities, renewable energy companies, energy efficiency firms, and corporate sustainability departments throughout North Carolina.

Career & Technical Student Organization

Students in this pathway can participate in SkillsUSA, gaining leadership experience and competing in career-related events.

How Sage Helps North Carolina CTE Programs

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