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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Duke Energy Foundation donates $150,000 to agencies in South Carolina helping pay energy bills during COVID-19 crisis
May 6, 2020
About 550 households will receive support through the Energy Neighbor Fund and Share the Warmth programs The Duke Energy Foundation has announced a $150,000 donation to support low-income customers in…
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Dominion Energy South Carolina gas operations employees receive top safety award
April 28, 2020
As communities across the nation manage the health and economic impacts of the coronavirus, Dominion Energy has been focused like never before on meeting the needs of our customers safely…
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Dominion Energy recognized nationally for excellence in safety
April 27, 2020
As communities across the nation manage the health and economic impacts of the coronavirus, Dominion Energy has been focused like never before on meeting the needs of our customers safely…
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Duke Energy Foundation provides more than $340,000 to South Carolina K-12 education organizations during COVID-19 crisis
April 22, 2020
Grants support education programs and nonprofits Funding also provides flexibility for use by organizations The Duke Energy Foundation has announced more than $340,000 in grants to support South Carolina K-12 education programs…
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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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Duke Energy awards $30,000 to the Peace Center’s Peace Passport Field Trip Series
February 26, 2020
The Peace Center has received a $30,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation in support of the 2019-2020 Peace Passport Field Trip Series, one of the Peace Center’s Community Impact…
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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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The Hubbell Foundation donates $20,000 to Make-A-Wish® South Carolina
January 24, 2020
Make-A-Wish® South Carolina is the chosen recipient of a major gift from The Harvey Hubbell Foundation, the charitable arm of Hubbell Incorporated, parent company of Greenville-based Hubbell Lighting and Columbia-based…
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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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Duke Energy contributes $500,000 to protect wetlands in Unity Park in Greenville, S.C.
November 25, 2019
Project will provide a healthier habitat, greater access and educational opportunities for the community Duke Energy on Friday announced a $500,000 grant to enhance and protect natural wetlands in Greenville’s…
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Dominion Energy launches energy-saving program in Columbia
November 20, 2019
Customers benefit from cost-saving measures Dominion Energy hosted a kickoff event in partnership with the City of Columbia at the Busby Street Community Center to inform residents of the Neighborhood…
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Hill Electric Company earns the 2019 Business of Integrity Award from BBB
November 20, 2019
When it comes to marketplace ethics, it appears no one can touch industrial electrical contractor Hill Electric. The Better Business Bureau of the Upstate, a private non-profit organization serving the…
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Duke Energy expands campaign to protect its customers from fraud
November 18, 2019
Duke Energy customers have lost nearly $2 million since 2015 to scams With the fourth annual Utility Scam Awareness Week starting Nov. 17, Duke Energy is expanding its campaign to…
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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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Dominion Energy Solar for Students Program expanding to South Carolina
November 6, 2019
As Dominion Energy dramatically expands its renewable energy infrastructure, it is increasing the number of sites for its Solar for Students program and expanding the initiative to South Carolina. Sponsored…
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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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Piedmont Natural Gas bills to decrease for customers in the Carolinas
October 21, 2019
Recent increase in S.C. to be substantially lowered Piedmont Natural Gas has filed requests with the utility commissions in North Carolina and South Carolina to decrease natural gas costs for customers in the two…
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Duke Energy Carolinas partners with Anderson County battery storage project
October 15, 2019
Duke Energy Carolinas is partnering with Anderson County to build an energy storage project at the Anderson Civic Center that will be part of the company’s long-term strategy to integrate…
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South Carolina Clean Energy Conference to take place in November
October 2, 2019
SCCEBA is revving up for the South Carolina Clean Energy Conference, formerly known as the Clean Energy Summit. This truly a one-of-a-kind conference will allow leading influencers and national energy experts…
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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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Duke Energy invests nearly $200,000 in small grants to schools across South Carolina for supplies
August 21, 2019
The Duke Energy Foundation is providing nearly $200,000 in small grants to schools across the Palmetto State to help teachers fill any gaps in supplies for returning students as the school year…
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Santee Cooper, Laurens Electric Cooperative advancing economic development in Laurens County
August 16, 2019
Santee Cooper approved a $5 million economic development loan to a subsidiary of Laurens Electric Cooperative, through the state-owned utility’s economic development revolving loan program. The loan recipient is 1939…
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Duke Energy names new South Carolina state president
August 9, 2019
Duke Energy announced a change in its executive leadership in South Carolina that will continue the company’s long-standing commitment to its 760,000 electric and 162,000 gas customers in the Palmetto…
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The COMET is now using biodiesel in its 39 diesel buses
August 5, 2019
Starting this week, The COMET is now using a B5 bio-diesel blend in its 39 large transit buses. This is another initiative at The COMET to help improve the air…
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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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Fulcrum BioEnergy selects office space in Patrick Square as they expand to Clemson
June 20, 2019
Bioenergy Company Chooses Mixed-Use Development in Clemson, SC for New Office Location Fulcrum BioEnergy, Inc., a clean energy company that develops, owns and operates plants that convert household waste into clean, renewable transportation fuels,…
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Duke Energy Progress continues to be a shining star for solar power
June 10, 2019
Duke Energy Progress (DEP) continues to be one of the leading solar utilities in the nation. In the Top 10 utility solar lists compiled by the Smart Electric Power Alliance…
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Eastover Solar launching Richland County solar project
May 22, 2019
Utility-scale solar developer investing $80 million in Eastover solar farm Eastover Solar – a wholly owned subsidiary of Community Energy, an experienced utility-scale solar project developer – announced plans to…
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Tri-County Electric Cooperative unveils Tri-County Global Industrial Site
May 22, 2019Economic development on the I-26 corridor between Orangeburg and Columbia is getting a major boost with the opening of the new Tri-County Global Industrial Site. Tri-County Electric Cooperative in partnership…
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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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Furman University receives grant to help reduce food waste, address food insecurity on campus
May 6, 2019
Furman University is among 27 academic institutions that will receive funding from PepsiCo Recycling for campus sustainability efforts. Now in its third year, PepsiCo’s Zero Impact Fund (ZIF) allows representatives…
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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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Ten at the Top to host Upstate Air Quality Advisory meeting
April 25, 2019
Ten at the Top (TATT), in recognition of National Air Quality Awareness Week (April 29 – May 3), is hosting the 2019 convening of the Upstate Air Quality Advisory Committee…
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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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Upstate Forever stands against Duke’s plan to increase fees
March 6, 2019
Upstate Forever stands against Duke Energy’s plan to charge its South Carolina Duke Energy Carolinas customers the highest mandatory fees of any investor-owned utility in the country. The planned increase…
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Big benefits for small businesses through SCE&G’s Energy Solutions Program
March 6, 2019
Small businesses and nonprofit organizations throughout South Carolina continue to benefit from SCE&G’s Small Business Energy Solutions Program. The program has provided more than $5.5 million in incentives since 2014,…
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Experience spring savings through SCE&G’s EnergyWise Savings Store
March 4, 2019SCE&G is offering electric customers spring savings and an opportunity to stock up on energy efficient lightbulbs and smart power strips through its EnergyWise Savings Store. Now through March 14…
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