“RTCC is the embodiment of getting a diverse, cross-functional team of very bright, creative people together to create a holistic, comprehensive, best-of-breed solution that none of us could do on our own.”

“Everyone in this community will benefit if we get this right.”

“Whether it’s commercializing clean technology innovations or analyzing the data that intelligent devices provide, our region is leading the way to reduce the dependence on natural resources and develop cleaner, more sustainable energy and water management alternatives.”

“You have a very progressive utility – Duke Energy – working to innovate along many lines, a cluster that is very strong, and a 7,000-acre site ripe for development as a model for smart, sustainable living that can be replicated in other markets. These are exciting assets.”

“A massive deployment of electric cars will require a smart grid, so we see tremendous upside potential for this industry.”

“Everyone you need to talk to is right here, so collaboration happens in real time.”

“Our focus is to make available and deploy microgrids to the masses, both domestically and internationally. We see this region becoming a major center in making our goals reality.”

"What the cleantech cluster is doing in this area is bringing together thought leadership and pushing the envelope of what is possible. Membership allows intelligence to be shared at a level that's pretty intimate."

"We're eager to connect with developers, utilities, engineers and others working in sustainability in this region to show them what we can do."