§ 143B‑344.43.  Legislative findings and purpose.
The General Assembly finds and declares that it is in the best interest of the citizens of North Carolina to promote and encourage energy efficiency within the State in order to conserve energy, promote economic competitiveness, and expand employment in the State.  (2000‑140, s. 76(i); 2001‑338, s. 1; 2010‑96, s. 21; 2013‑360, s. 15.22(b).)