Santee Cooper seeks input on broadband principles to guide support for expanding access
December 15, 2020
The Santee Cooper Board of Directors recently endorsed principles that will guide the utility’s implementation of an initiative to facilitate the expansion of broadband access to unserved areas across the…
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Dominion Energy names Georgetown native to newly created executive position
December 9, 2020
Felicia Howard, a native of Georgetown, South Carolina, will become Dominion Energy’s vice president of economic development strategy, Jan. 1, 2021. Howard is being promoted into the newly created position…
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Logisticus Group partners with Georgia Tech Team for the afterlife of wind turbine blades
December 1, 2020Wind turbines are, by design, green solutions for the production of power. Wind turbines produce zero carbon emissions; however, the blades themselves pose an environmental challenge as the blades depreciate.…
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Gov. McMaster urges Dominion to withdraw rate increase request
November 24, 2020
Governor Henry McMaster today requested Dominion Energy withdraw their request to the Public Service Commission (PSC) for a 7.7% rate hike for its South Carolina customers. In a letter to the…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina increases incentives for appliance recycling program through December
November 14, 2020
In observance of National Recycling Day Nov. 15, Dominion Energy South Carolina is sharing its commitment to protecting the environment and the communities we serve while reminding customers of the…
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Refuel announces agreement to acquire operating assets of Holmes Oil, Inc.
November 13, 2020CHARLESTON, SC – Refuel Operating Company, LLC (“Refuel”), a Charleston, South Carolina-based retail and wholesale fuel distribution and convenience store business, today announced that it has entered into an agreement…
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The Duke Endowment invests in the International African American Museum
November 10, 2020$1.25 Million Grant Awarded The International African American Museum announced a $1.25 million grant received from The Duke Endowment, one of the largest private philanthropic trusts in the Southeast. The…
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Santee Cooper Board approves $638.2M bond sale
October 28, 2020
Continuing its work to reduce debt and costs to customers, the Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved $638.2 million in bond sales today that will do two things: Refund $569.6…
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NARENCO establishing operations in Florence County
September 17, 2020
Company Investing $20 Million Into Solar Power Project NARENCO, a leading renewable energy independent power producer, today announced plans to establish operations in Florence County. The company is investing $20…
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Santee Cooper, Westinghouse finalize settlement
August 31, 2020
Santee Cooper to begin equipment sales immediately Santee Cooper and Westinghouse Electric Co. finalized terms of a settlement over ownership of equipment associated with the V.C. Summer project, giving Santee…
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Dominion Energy announces four new solar projects planned in South Carolina
August 27, 2020
Construction of a 6-megawatt (AC) Dominion Energy-owned solar facility in Bamberg County has begun. When it enters service in the fourth quarter of this year, the facility will provide enough…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina requests regulatory review of electric rates
August 17, 2020
Requested increase to base rates is first in eight years Dominion Energy South Carolina filed with the Public Service Commission of South Carolina an application requesting an overall 7.75% increase…
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Palmetto closes on $29 million Series B raise
August 3, 2020
CHARLESTON, SC – Palmetto, a software company focused on simplified energy savings for homeowners, announced that it has completed a $29 Million Series B raise. Investors from a wide range of…
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No-contact appliance recycling available for Dominion Energy South Carolina customers
July 31, 2020
Dominion Energy South Carolina’s residential electric service customers can schedule a free, no-contact pickup of their old, unused or unwanted, secondary refrigerators and freezers. Appliances collected are recycled through the…
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Dominion Energy commits $35 million to initiative supporting historically black colleges and universities, minority student scholarships
July 16, 2020
Dominion Energy (NYSE: D) is launching a $35 million initiative in support of African American and underrepresented minority students. This six-year program will support historically black colleges and universities in…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina offering small businesses big benefits through increased program incentives
July 8, 2020
Small businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout South Carolina continue to benefit from Dominion Energy’s Small Business Energy Solutions Program. The program recently increased incentives from 80% of project costs to…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina launches new EnergyWise Savings Store
June 16, 2020
Dominion Energy South Carolina recently launched its new, online store to improve the shopping experience available to eligible residential electric customers looking to purchase Energy Star-certified products like LED lightbulbs,…
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Santee Cooper, Central begin process to add up to 500MW solar power
June 8, 2020
Santee Cooper and Central Electric Power Cooperative have launched a bid process seeking to purchase up to 500 megawatts (MW) of new utility-scale solar power through several projects to be…
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Dominion Energy commits $5 million to social justice, community rebuilding efforts
June 4, 2020
$4 million committed to community nonprofits for social justice, equality, rebuilding $1 million committed to supporting minority-owned, small businesses Dominion Energy (NYSE: D) and its charitable foundation are committing $5…
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Dominion Energy adapts to ensure safe, quick response to hurricanes across Virginia, Carolinas during coronavirus pandemic
June 3, 2020
RICHMOND, Va. — Tropical Storm Bertha signaled the start of hurricane season when it made landfall last week in South Carolina. Dominion Energy customers in Virginia and the Carolinas can…
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Dominion Energy contributes $250,000 to expand EnergyShare into South Carolina to Help Low-Income Customers
May 20, 2020
As the company continues to observe Community Action Month, Dominion Energy has finalized the expansion of EnergyShare into South Carolina with a $250,000 donation to the program, which is administered…
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Short-Term Energy Outlook – May 2020
May 12, 2020
Highlights Global liquid fuels Although all market outlooks are subject to many risks, the May edition of EIA’s Short-Term Energy Outlook remains subject to heightened levels of uncertainty because the…
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COVID-19 Impact on Energy Storage Sector
May 7, 2020
By Ron MacDonald Despite the wrecking ball that the pandemic has been on the global economy, businesses and residences will continue to operate as long as there is reliable power…
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Dominion Energy commits $1 million to coronavirus relief efforts
March 16, 2020
$250,000 committed to American Red Cross to help its response $750,000 committed to nonprofits as response plans develop and local needs are defined RICHMOND, Va. — The Dominion Energy Charitable…
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Dominion Energy gifts nearly 1800 memberships to students
February 8, 2020
Today, teams from the International African American Museum (IAAM), Dominion Energy, and Charleston Promise Neighborhood (CPN) gathered at the museum’s headquarters to stuff and seal Charter Membership packages. The packages…
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Santee Cooper records most successful year to date for recycling and beneficial use
February 4, 2020
Santee Cooper recycled 1,607,052 tons of coal ash and other coal combustion products in 2019, the highest amount of any year to date and a result reflecting the utility’s emphasis…
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Santee Cooper board approves 2020 budget
December 16, 2019
The Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved today the budget for 2020. The budget includes a combined total for capital and non-fuel O&M for calendar year 2020 of $715.1 million…
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Tiger Wells joins Duke Energy
December 16, 2019
In October, Tigerron “Tiger” Wells, Esq. joined Duke Energy as its State Government Affairs Director for the State of South Carolina. An attorney and seasoned government affairs professional, Wells brings…
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GreenGasUSA and Dominion Energy Carolina Gas (DECG) announce renewable gas injection point
December 2, 2019
GreenGasUSA and Dominion Energy Carolina Gas (DECG) announced an agreement to construct the first renewable natural gas injection point on DECG’s interstate pipeline system. The injection point will be located…
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Santee Cooper Board approves 2019A bond sale
November 13, 2019
Achieves projected $40 million debt service savings by 2036 The Santee Cooper Board of Directors approved the sale of $163 million in variable rate revenue obligation bonds during a special…
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Santee Cooper recognized as a Smart Energy Provider
October 29, 2019
Santee Cooper has earned a Smart Energy Provider (SEP) designation from the American Public Power Association for demonstrating commitment to and proficiency in energy efficiency, distributed generation and environmental initiatives…
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Dominion Energy shares small changes to help customers make big differences during National Energy Action month
October 1, 2019
Fall is the perfect season to think of ways to make your home more energy efficient, and it doesn’t have to cost a lot of time or money. “A few…
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NARENCO establishing solar power operations in Marion County
September 18, 2019
Company Investing $8.75 Million in New Facility National Renewable Energy Corporation (NARENCO), a leading renewable energy independent power producer, announced the development of Cardinal Solar LLC, a new solar power…
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Santee Cooper approves new business forecast
September 9, 2019
Santee Cooper has a clear mandate to modernize its resources, increase efficiency and pay off its debt without additional burden to its customers. The Santee Cooper Board, with unanimous approval…
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Southern Current launching new solar projects in Darlington County
July 16, 2019
Company Investing More than $141 Million in Solar Farm Development Southern Current, a leading developer in the residential, commercial and utility-scale solar markets, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with…
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South Carolina clean energy trade group adds utility, solar representatives to board
July 16, 2019
Organization also announces new Strategic Advisory Committee Chair The South Carolina Clean Energy Business Alliance (SCCEBA) announced the addition of four members to its Board of Directors. They are: Mark…
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Santee Cooper Board names Mark Bonsall new CEO
July 9, 2019
The Santee Cooper Board of Directors named Mark Bonsall, a proven utility executive who most recently served as CEO of the Salt River Project (SRP), as its new President and…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina earns American Gas Association Safety Award
July 1, 2019
Employee commitment to safety and company culture key to safety recognition Dominion Energy South Carolina was recently awarded a 2018 American Gas Association (AGA) Safety Achievement Award for outstanding commitment…
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Santee Cooper asserts sole ownership of Summer 2 and 3 equipment in complaint against Westinghouse Electric Co.
May 15, 2019
Santee Cooper filed a federal complaint seeking a formal declaration that Santee Cooper is sole owner of equipment purchased for the failed V.C. Summer 2 and 3 project and asking…
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Jason Epstein, CEO, Southern Current DG
May 14, 2019
Southern Current is a diversified solar energy provider that is located in Charleston, SC. They have developed large scale solar facilities across the United States for utilities. They have also…
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Southern Current launching new solar project in Hampton County
April 30, 2019
Company investing $14 million in solar farm development . Southern Current, is expanding its solar farm portfolio with a new, 10-megawatt facility in Hampton County. The company is investing $14…
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Santee Cooper’s new Jamison Solar Farm begins soaking up the sun
April 26, 2019
More than 4,400 solar panels near Orangeburg, South Carolina, are soaking up the sun and producing electricity at Santee Cooper’s new Jamison Solar Farm. The 1.2-MW solar farm, named for…
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Santee Cooper loan assists economic development in Marion County
April 18, 2019
Santee Cooper recently loaned $1.5 million to the Marion County Development Commission that will be used toward the construction of a speculative building at the Marion County Industrial Park. Work…
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CCSD honored by state for reducing energy consumption
April 11, 2019Charleston Country School District (CCSD) staff, at both the school and district level, constantly research and implement steps to reduce energy costs and consumption. These actions led to a state-level…
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Joint Resolution on establishing process for the sale of Santee Cooper gets first reading
March 21, 2019
The South Carolina House gave first reading to a Joint Resolution to authorize the Public Service Authority Evaluation and Recommendation Committee to receive and approve offers to purchase state-owned utility…
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Dominion Energy increases funding for environmental grants to SC nonprofits, schools
March 1, 2019
Increased funding of grants is among community benefits of SCANA-Dominion Energy merger Includes classroom grants up to $5,000 for eligible K-12 schools Deadline to apply is April 30 Nonprofit…
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First Reserve acquires SC-based Refuel, Inc. and West Oil, Inc.
February 23, 2019First Reserve announced the creation of a retail fuel distribution investment platform in the Southeastern United States. First Reserve is a leading global private equity investment firm exclusively focused on…
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SCE&G customers to see benefits of Dominion Energy-SCANA merger beginning with February bills
February 11, 2019
SCE&G implementing lower electric bills in February Further reductions in May for fuel and DSM riders Company addresses customer questions about cash refunds Beginning with the February billing cycle, customers…
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Rebecca M. Breland, P.E., new Director of Site Development for South Carolina Power Team
February 7, 2019
South Carolina Power Team announced Rebecca M. Breland, P.E., as its new Director of Site Development. Rebecca will assist with product development efforts for SC Power Team. Her primary focus…
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Survey says 91.8 percent of Santee Cooper residential customers are satisfied with service
January 29, 2019
Santee Cooper continues to top the national average for residential customer satisfaction, according to the most recent independent survey. Some 91.8 percent of residential customers are satisfied, up slightly from…
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