UNC Charlotte establishes School of Energy, expanding national leadership in grid technology and modernization

Building on the Carolinas Grid Engine, the school is the first of its kind in the nation

UNC Charlotte has launched the nation’s first School of Energy within the William States Lee College of Engineering, focusing on interdisciplinary challenges in grid modernization and workforce development. 

The new school, which builds on the NSF-supported Carolinas Grid Engine, aims to address rising electricity demands through specialized curricula in grid automation and technology. 

“Creating a School of Energy within the college is a game-changer. It allows us to break down academic silos and unite our brightest minds across disciplines with more intentionality, connecting faculty research expertise with academic programs and hands-on learning opportunities,” said Rob Keynton, dean of the W.S. Lee College of Engineering. 

Read the full announcement.