Solar in North Carolina Faces New Challenges | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

North Carolina’s solar boom is hitting turbulence as policy shifts and rising costs shake up the market, but demand stays strong thanks to soaring energy prices and sunny skies. The end of a major federal tax credit and new rules for grid-sent power have slowed residential installs, sparking debate over fairness between solar users and non-users. Utilities argue it’s about protecting infrastructure, while advocates push back — and companies are pivoting to battery storage and EV chargers to survive. Despite the headwinds, solar’s economic appeal endures, especially with smarter financing…