Energy cooperatives also have an inventory of business-ready
industrial sites and buildings, and they can assist decision-makers in finding the property best suited for their operations.
Businesses also have access to tools for profitable, energy-saving performance. These range from energy audit services and
rate flexibility to power quality services. And, thanks to the many
powerful connections the cooperatives have, assistance with
financing is also available.
North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives work closely with a
number of resourceful organizations. These associations include
the North Carolina Department of Commerce, regional depart-
ment of commerce partnerships, the North Carolina Community
College System, and USDA Rural Development, to name a few.
The cooperatives also maintain a partnership with SmallBizU.
This online academy was created exclusively for small businesses
and entrepreneurs. It features one of the largest collections of
entrepreneurial training resources available online.
All of these benefits reflect North Carolina Touchstone Energy cooperatives’ commitment to maintaining a high standard of
service. With the pro-business environment the cooperatives
have helped create, companies have a stronger chance of growing and prospering in North Carolina. Plus, when businesses
become members of a cooperative, they also become owners.
This economic development assistance ads to the state’s
many natural advantages. North Carolina is one of the fastest-growing states in the country. Employers have access to a skilled
labor pool, one of the best community college systems, a highly
ranked education system, and an enviable quality of life.
Nelle Hotchkiss
North Carolina Electric Membership Corp.
P.O. Box 27306
Raleigh, NC 27611-7306
Phone: 800.662.8835, ext. 3079
E-mail: nelle.hotchkiss@ncemcs.com
www.ncelectriccooperatives.com/
development
When it’s time to energize your company, turn to North Carolina. One of the fastest growing
states, we have a hard-working labor pool, top schools, and high quality of life. And, turn to
North Carolina’s Touchstone Energy cooperatives, who are there every step of the way. We
offer a full-service infrastructure that assists you with financing, site selection, and energy efficiency.
Here, you can plug into a network designed to energize your business.
