E4 Carolinas envisions the region attracting and retaining the world’s foremost energy companies, innovators and leaders.

Our mission is to cultivate a collaborative Carolina energy cluster to accelerate economic growth, to efficiently use our resources, and care for our environment, resulting in increased employment, productivity and prosperity. Those are our four “Es.”

Our vision will be realized and mission accomplished by creating:

• A highly-connected, informed and collaborative cluster of energy companies and organizations.
• A growing energy economy.
• A world-class energy workforce and leadership pipeline.
• A relevant and dynamic energy innovation ecosystem.
• A comprehensive energy strategy and policy.

New Member Alert!

In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) designated the SC Nexus for Advanced Resilient Energy (SC NEXUS) one of 31 Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs nationwide. Led by S.C. Commerce, SC NEXUS, a consortium of more than 50 members, aims to be a global leader in advanced resilient energy by developing, testing and deploying exportable electricity technologies tools. 

SC NEXUS leverages the region’s dynamic manufacturing base, superior research capabilities, and proven record of public-private collaboration to commercialize emerging energy storage materials and manufacturing techniques, as well as strengthen domestic manufacturing and national energy security.

Our Members

E4 Carolinas members are from all energy sectors and all parts of the Carolinas. Some are large and established and others are small, early-stage companies. Some are directly engaged in the Carolinas energy production and infrastructure industries, while others provide valuable services and supplies. Regardless of their size or role, all have found they can be more valuable and successful through collaboration in E4 Carolinas’ task forces, programs, and events.