Listen "Watt’s Up?: Energy 101 and Preparing Students"
Episode Synopsis
Have you ever wondered where the energy that powers your home comes from, how it is generated and what careers are available in the energy industry?In this episode of “The Connector,” NC Sustainable Energy Association Director of Policy Cassie Gavin and BEST NC Vice President of Policy and Programs Maureen Stover join IEI Policy and Program Manager Tarik Woods to talk about how energy policy works, the basics of North Carolina’s energy landscape and ways to encourage students to explore careers in the energy industry.This episode is a continuation of the special series previewing the 2025 Emerging Issues Forum: Future Forward Energy on Feb. 19. Tickets for the forum are available at go.ncsu.edu/2025forum.The Connector podcast explores connections being made across sectors, regions and perspectives resulting in a more vibrant and prosperous North Carolina. To learn more about the Institute for Emerging Issues, visit emergingissues.org.
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