Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Data centers are coming to North Carolina, raising questions about infrastructure costs, energy sources and community impact. Who pays when utilities have to build new power plants? Panelists: Rep. Jeff McNeely (R-Iredell), Tim Profeta (Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability) and Nick Jimenez (Southern Environmental Law Center). Host: PBS NC’s David Hurst.
State Lines
In this roundtable discussion, experienced political analysts, journalists and elected officials examine North Carolina's top legislative stories and current events.
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Data centers are coming to North Carolina, raising questions about infrastructure costs, energy sources and community impact. Who pays when utilities have to build new power plants? Panelists: Rep. Jeff McNeely (R-Iredell), Tim Profeta (Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability) and Nick Jimenez (Southern Environmental Law Center). Host: PBS NC’s David Hurst.
State Lines
In this roundtable discussion, experienced political analysts, journalists and elected officials examine North Carolina's top legislative stories and current events.
Subscribe to the PBS North Carolina Channel for more stories! youtube.com/@MyPBSNC
Enjoy full episodes of your favorite PBS shows anytime, anywhere with the free PBS app: pbsnc.org/app/.
This program is made possible by viewers like you!
Support PBS North Carolina today: pbsnc.org/donate










