SC Environmental Policy

Duke Energy Proposes New Gas-Fired Power Plant in South CarolinaDuke Energy Proposes New Gas-Fired Power Plant in South Carolina

Duke Energy Proposes New Gas-Fired Power Plant in South Carolina

News Summary Duke Energy is set to apply for a new natural gas-fired power plant in Anderson County, South Carolina,…

1 week ago
South Carolina Timber Industry Faces Major CrisisSouth Carolina Timber Industry Faces Major Crisis

South Carolina Timber Industry Faces Major Crisis

News Summary The timber industry in South Carolina, crucial for the state's economy, is in decline due to mill closures…

2 weeks ago
Tourism Growth in South Carolina Reaches 65% in a DecadeTourism Growth in South Carolina Reaches 65% in a Decade

Tourism Growth in South Carolina Reaches 65% in a Decade

News Summary South Carolina's tourism sector has seen a remarkable growth of 65% over the past decade, contributing over $29…

4 weeks ago
Duke Energy Proposes New Natural Gas Power Plant in South CarolinaDuke Energy Proposes New Natural Gas Power Plant in South Carolina

Duke Energy Proposes New Natural Gas Power Plant in South Carolina

News Summary Duke Energy is moving forward with plans to build a new natural gas power plant in Anderson County,…

4 weeks ago
Duke Energy Proposes New Natural Gas Power Plant in South CarolinaDuke Energy Proposes New Natural Gas Power Plant in South Carolina

Duke Energy Proposes New Natural Gas Power Plant in South Carolina

News Summary Duke Energy has announced plans to construct a 1,400-megawatt natural gas combined cycle power plant in Anderson County,…

1 month ago
Construction Begins on Kingstree West Solar Park in South CarolinaConstruction Begins on Kingstree West Solar Park in South Carolina

Construction Begins on Kingstree West Solar Park in South Carolina

News Summary South Carolina's Williamsburg County will soon see the launch of the Kingstree West photovoltaic solar park, led by…

1 month ago
South Carolina Advances Electric Vehicle ManufacturingSouth Carolina Advances Electric Vehicle Manufacturing

South Carolina Advances Electric Vehicle Manufacturing

News Summary Scout Motors is progressing with plans for a $2 billion electric vehicle plant in Blythewood, which will produce…

1 month ago
Wildfires Devastate Western North Carolina and Prompt EvacuationsWildfires Devastate Western North Carolina and Prompt Evacuations

Wildfires Devastate Western North Carolina and Prompt Evacuations

News Summary Severe wildfires in Western North Carolina, particularly in Polk County, have ravaged over 5,700 acres, destroyed homes, and…

2 months ago
South Carolina Bans Utility-Funded EV ChargersSouth Carolina Bans Utility-Funded EV Chargers

South Carolina Bans Utility-Funded EV Chargers

News Summary South Carolina has passed a groundbreaking law prohibiting utility companies from funding electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. This…

2 months ago
Duke Energy’s Vision for South Carolina’s Energy FutureDuke Energy’s Vision for South Carolina’s Energy Future

Duke Energy’s Vision for South Carolina’s Energy Future

News Summary Duke Energy, under the leadership of its new president Tim Pearson, is outlining a comprehensive vision for South…

2 months ago