The North Carolina Rural Electrification Authority (NCREA) is an agency of the State of North Carolina that ensures customers in predominantly rural areas have access to reliable and affordable electric and telephone services. Serving as an agent for EMC and TMC cooperatives, NCREA approves loan and grant requests from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to promote the deployment of broadband, economic development, and job creation in the state.
NCREA oversees the application of rules and regulations for electric and telephone cooperatives, investigates member complaints, advises cooperatives on recommended changes, and receives petitions for arbitration in compliance with telecommunications laws. Committed to fulfilling the requirements of the North Carolina Rural Electrification Laws, NCREA plays a vital role in ensuring the provision of essential services to rural communities in North Carolina.
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