Navigating the Energy Regulatory Landscape Shaping the Carolinas Grid Engine

Short summary

The NSF awarded UNC Charlotte up to $160 million to launch the Carolinas Grid Engine, one of 12 Regional Innovation Engines focused on modernizing the electric grid across 36 counties in North and South Carolina. The Engine's success depends on navigating FERC interconnection reforms, NERC/SERC reliability and cybersecurity standards, and multi-state coordination across both Carolinas. Organizations deploying advanced storage, sensors, AI-enabled tools, and other grid technologies must address these regulatory requirements early to transition successfully from research to operational deployment.

• •NSF awarded UNC Charlotte up to $160M for the Carolinas Grid Engine, one of 12 Regional Innovation Engines
• •FERC, NERC/SERC, and state-level regulations will shape deployment of grid technologies including AI-enabled operational tools
• •Organizations must address interconnection reform, cybersecurity, and supply-chain requirements early to move from research to utility operations

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