Santee Cooper 2009 Environmental Annual Report Is Online

MONCKS CORNER, SC – October 6, 2010 –  Santee Cooper’s 2009 Environmental Annual Report is now available at www.santeecooper.com. The digital publication provides an overview of the environmental progress Santee Cooper made in the calendar year 2009.

Highlights include an in-depth interview with Marc Tye, vice president of Conservation and Renewable Energy; an update of Santee Cooper’s Environmental Management System; and environmental statistics for the year.

The theme for the 2009 Environmental Annual Report is “Ambition. Innovation. Recognition. Dedication.”

• Ambition references the inception of Santee Cooper’s new Reduce the Use energy efficiency and conservation program.
• Innovation covers strides the state-owned utility made in the growth, development and research into renewable energy.
• Recognition highlights some of the accolades Santee Cooper received for its environmental stewardship.
• Dedication touches on Santee Cooper’s continued commitment to preserving and enhancing South Carolina’s natural resources.

“Our Environmental Annual Reports tell the story of how Santee Cooper works to do more than simply deliver electricity and water. We  provide power to 2 million South Carolinians, and we strive to do so in a manner that is affordable and environmentally responsible,” said Lonnie Carter, Santee Cooper president and CEO.

Copies of the 2009 Environmental Annual Report are available for download or review at www.santeecooper.com, “About Us” and “Corporate Publications.”

Santee Cooper

Santee Cooper is South Carolina’s state-owned electric and water utility, and the state’s largest power producer. The ultimate source of  electricity for 2 million South Carolinians, Santee Cooper is dedicated to being the state’s leading resource for improving the quality of life for the people of South Carolina. For more information, visit www.santeecooper.com.