ReWa honors dedicated employees on World Water Day
March 23, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources would like to extend a sincere thank you to all its 198 employees for their efforts in keeping Upstate waterways clean as part of…
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City of Columbia accepting submissions for Praise Fest for Peace and Youth Violence Prevention Expo
March 21, 2016
The City of Columbia Parks and Recreation Department is accepting submissions for the Praise Fest for Peace concert and the Youth Violence Prevention Expo, both of which will be held…
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ReWa wins Spirit of Einstein Award
March 21, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Roper Mountain Science Center, Roper Mountain Science Center Association as well as Greenville County Schools have recognized Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) for its work in the business…
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ReWa wins Spirit of Einstein Award
March 21, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Roper Mountain Science Center, Roper Mountain Science Center Association as well as Greenville County Schools have recognized Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) for its work in the business…
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Thousands of acres secured with Congaree Land Trust
March 14, 2016
The Congaree Land Trust (CLT) has put the finishing touches on securing conservation easements on three significant properties, adding another 2,330 acres and reaching a total of 62, 577 protected…
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Charleston Parks Conservancy, Charleston Digital Corridor Foundation and The Speedwell Foundation add Wi-Fi to Harmon Field
February 24, 2016
Another Charleston city park has Wi-Fi access, thanks to a partnership between the Charleston Parks Conservancy, The Speedwell Foundation and the Charleston Digital Corridor Foundation. Wireless access is now available…
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Richland Conservation District receives state award
February 24, 2016
The Richland Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) was named the 2015 Outstanding Conservation District of the Year by the SC Association of Conservation Districts (SCACD). “We are honored to receive…
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Stantec in Charleston continues to grow
February 11, 2016
Alfred Manalac, PE, has returned to Stantec’s Charleston, South Carolina office from their Irvine, California office. He is a senior design engineer/project manager with more than two decades of engineering…
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PSI promotes David Sabol to Executive Vice President
February 4, 2016
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) announces the promotion of David Sabol, P.E., to Executive Vice President. Sabol will oversee PSI operations in Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia,…
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New teaching site for the Upstate’s only wilderness skills school
February 2, 2016
Entering its fourth year, primitive survival training instills confidence in living in the wild PICKENS COUNTY, SC – EarthSkills, LLC, a wilderness self-reliance school, recently opened its new teaching…
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Campsites at Congaree National Park now available through online reservation system
January 27, 2016
HOPKINS, SC – Developed campsites at Congaree National Park can now be reserved through an online registration system. Reservations for campsites at Longleaf and Bluff campgrounds can be made online through…
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S.C. Sierra Club to host National Sierra Club President and recognize state lawmakers, others at 2016 Annual Awards Banquet
January 27, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – On Saturday evening, January 30th, the South Carolina Sierra Club will host its 7th Annual Awards Banquet and Silent Auction in the rear gala room at Michael’s Cafe’ and…
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Renewable Water Resources’ public education campaign recognized as finalist at InnoVision awards reception
December 2, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC — Renewable Water Resources’ (ReWa) was one of two finalists for the 2015 InnoVision Awards in the Community Service Category. The InnoVision Awards Program, founded by Deloitte in…
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Renewable Water Resources’ public education campaign recognized as finalist at InnoVision awards reception
December 2, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC — Renewable Water Resources’ (ReWa) was one of two finalists for the 2015 InnoVision Awards in the Community Service Category. The InnoVision Awards Program, founded by Deloitte in…
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Congaree Land Trust Land Protection Consultant, William P. Cate receives prestigious Tree Farmer of the Year Award
December 1, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The Congaree Land Trust (CLT) is pleased to announce that CLT Land Protection Consultant, William P. “Billy” Cate, has received the South Carolina Tree Farmer of the…
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EnviroSouth grows along with local market demand
November 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Andrew Simmons has joined EnviroSouth’s team of professionals as a Staff Geologist. Simmons is a graduate of Clemson University where he studied geology and applied hydrogeology. He…
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Debunking offshore drilling in South Carolina
November 4, 2015
By Terry Munson The second worst thing that could happen to Georgetown County on the energy front is to have no oil/natural gas jobs materialize. The very worst thing…
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“Build Your Own Rain Barrel Workshop” hosted by the Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium
October 15, 2015
LEXINGTON, SC – The Lexington Countywide Stormwater Consortium will host a “Build Your Own Rain Barrel” Workshop on Friday, October 30, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Public Works…
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Furman named top performer in sustainability Index
October 15, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University has been recognized as a sustainability leader in the 2015 Sustainable Campus Index, a publication of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher…
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Vital Spaces founder achieves Building Biology Certification
October 5, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Upstate business owner Angela Self is among the first in the state to become a certified building biology environmental consultant from the International Institute for Building-Biology &…
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Renewable Water Resources sweeps debris from the Reedy River
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources employees and volunteers took part in the 27th annual Statewide Beach Sweep/River Sweep last weekend. Each year thousands of people volunteer for the Sweep,…
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Renewable Water Resources sweeps debris from the Reedy River
September 28, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources employees and volunteers took part in the 27th annual Statewide Beach Sweep/River Sweep last weekend. Each year thousands of people volunteer for the Sweep,…
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Tenth drug take-back day collects 1,810 pounds of medication
September 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Project Rx: A River Remedy held its tenth drug take-back event on Saturday, September 19th for Upstate residents to properly dispose of their unused or unwanted medications.…
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Tenth drug take-back day collects 1,810 pounds of medication
September 22, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Project Rx: A River Remedy held its tenth drug take-back event on Saturday, September 19th for Upstate residents to properly dispose of their unused or unwanted medications.…
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Sonoco achieves 5-year sustainability targets
September 5, 2015
Substantially Lowers CO2, Water Usage While Improving Plant Waste Reduction, Establishes New 2020 Improvement Goals HARTSVILLE, SC – Sonoco (NYSE:SON), one of the largest diversified global packaging companies, released…
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Mayor Benjamin and City Council to proclaim “Solarize Columbia Day”
September 2, 2015
New partnership is the latest step towards a greener more sustainable Columbia COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia Mayor Steve Benjamin and City Council will issue a proclamation today making the…
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EnviroSouth Names Spartanburg Branch Manager
August 20, 2015
SPARTANBURG, SC – “EnviroSouth Inc., a successful environmental consulting firm licensed in NC, SC, and GA, is happy to announce Jonathan D. Gerst as branch manager of their Spartanburg office. Jonathan…
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Duke Energy’s Transmission Line Proposal – There’s A Better Way
August 18, 2015
By Brad Wyche (Opinion Editorial originally printed by The Greenville News – August 10, 2015 – Permission for reprint granted by publication) Duke Energy wants to build a new…
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Renewable Water Resources presented NACWA PEAK Performance Awards
July 31, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) recently was awarded the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) Peak Performance Awards for all ReWa Water Resource Recovery Facilities (WRRF) for…
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Renewable Water Resources presented NACWA PEAK Performance Awards
July 31, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) recently was awarded the National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) Peak Performance Awards for all ReWa Water Resource Recovery Facilities (WRRF) for…
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“Caught Green Handed”
July 29, 2015
CONWAY, SC – The Horry County Solid Waste Authority recently recognized Mount Olive area resident Gary Blakley, as the “Caught Green Handed” recipients for the month of June. “The ‘Caught…
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Horry County Solid Waste Authority Presents Annual Environmental Awards
July 29, 2015
CONWAY, SC – Educators and staff from Horry County Schools were recently honored during the Horry County Solid Waste Authority’s 22nd Annual Environmental Awards Banquet held on July 21, 2015…
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ReWa kicks off social media campaign
July 16, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) is giving away free gear in return for “Be Freshwater Friendly” actions. In celebration of their seven Be Freshwater Friendly initiatives, ReWa has…
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ReWa kicks off social media campaign
July 16, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) is giving away free gear in return for “Be Freshwater Friendly” actions. In celebration of their seven Be Freshwater Friendly initiatives, ReWa has…
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South Carolina Federal Credit Union hosting free document shredding event
July 15, 2015
South Carolina Federal Credit Union is hosting a free document shredding event on Saturday, July 18th, from 9 a.m. – 1p.m., at its Glenn McConnell financial center, located at 3460…
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City of Columbia tosses the bin for recycling roll carts
July 14, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division announced that the curbside recycling program will be upgraded from the 18-gallon bins to 95-gallon roll carts for residents. “Today,…
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HRP Associates Adds Storm Caldwell as Project Geologist
July 1, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC − HRP Associates Inc. (HRP), an environmental and civil engineering and hydrogeology firm in Greenville, is pleased to welcome Storm Caldwell as Project Geologist. Caldwell will work with HRP’s…
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Santee Cooper Selects M. B. Kahn to construct the Lake Moultrie Phase II Reliability Improvements
June 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Santee Cooper selected M. B. Kahn Construction Company to construct the Lake Moultrie Phase II Reliability Improvements at their Regional Water System Facility located in Moncks Corner.…
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Santee Cooper Selects M. B. Kahn to construct the Lake Moultrie Phase II Reliability Improvements
June 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Santee Cooper selected M. B. Kahn Construction Company to construct the Lake Moultrie Phase II Reliability Improvements at their Regional Water System Facility located in Moncks Corner.…
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Santee Cooper Selects M. B. Kahn to construct the Lake Moultrie Phase II Reliability Improvements
June 10, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – Santee Cooper selected M. B. Kahn Construction Company to construct the Lake Moultrie Phase II Reliability Improvements at their Regional Water System Facility located in Moncks Corner.…
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Renewable Water Resources Recognizes Industries for Compliance Excellency
June 4, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) recognized 47 local businesses for their environmental stewardship during its 23rd Annual Compliance Excellency Awards Banquet at the Marriott Hotel in May. The…
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Renewable Water Resources Recognizes Industries for Compliance Excellency
June 4, 2015GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) recognized 47 local businesses for their environmental stewardship during its 23rd Annual Compliance Excellency Awards Banquet at the Marriott Hotel in May. The…
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Salute from the Shore VI Announces Return of F-16s and Vintage Military Aircraft in Annual 4th of July Flyover
June 3, 2015
CHARLESTON, SC – Salute from the Shore, a 501(c)3 organization, was founded five years ago by patriotic South Carolinians for the purpose of honoring our armed forces on Independence Day,…
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SCE&G To Perform Tree Trimming Activities As Scheduled for 2015
May 25, 2015
COLUMBIA, SC – SCE&G will perform tree trimming activities, and re-conductor work along overhead utility lines in the following neighborhoods for the next two weeks: Distribution Line Tree Trimming:…
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First Choice Pest Control Welcomes Ben Soles
May 25, 2015COLUMBIA, SC – First Choice Pest Control is a locally owned and operated Pest Control company, specializing in residential and commercial pest control services and has just welcomed Ben Soles to join their team.…
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SC Chamber Safety Awards Presented to Renewable Water Resources
May 18, 2015
GREENVILLE, SC – Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) was presented the South Carolina Chamber Safety Awards in March of 2015 to honor their efforts in making workplace safety a priority. The following…
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Sustainable Forestry Initiative and Habitat for Humanity Partner to Provide New Home for Local Greenwood Family
May 18, 2015
GREENWOOD, SC – A local grassroots project launched last year marked an important milestone yesterday with the dedication of a new home for a family of four in Greenwood, South Carolina.…
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SC Chamber Safety Awards Presented to Renewable Water Resources
May 14, 2015GREENVILLE, SC — Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) was presented the South Carolina Chamber Safety Awards in March of 2015 to honor their efforts in making workplace safety a priority. The…
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SC Chamber Safety Awards Presented to Renewable Water Resources
May 14, 2015GREENVILLE, SC — Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) was presented the South Carolina Chamber Safety Awards in March of 2015 to honor their efforts in making workplace safety a priority. The…
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Palmetto Conservation Foundation Among 52 Recipients To Share $1.2 Million In Grants Supporting Environmental Initiatives
May 2, 2015Palmetto Conservation Foundation will receive a $25,000 grant to construct fiberglass pedestrian bridge crossing the Indian Creek on the Enoree Passage of the Palmetto Trail Fifty-two organizations in eight states…
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