Renewable Water Resources recognizes industries for compliance excellency
August 29, 2016
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) honored 45 local companies for demonstrating excellent in compliance with environmental regulation at its 24th Annual Compliance Excellency Awards Banquet this month. The Compliance Excellency Awards…
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2016 ‘Land Trust Day’ at Mast General Store raises record funds for Upstate Forever
August 10, 2016
Greenville’s Mast General Store has donated $7,815 to support Upstate Forever’s land protection efforts – more than in any previous year. Since 2003, the store has partnered with the Greenville-based…
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Richland County GIS recognized statewide for tools utilized during October flood
August 8, 2016
Richland County’s innovative mapping and geospatial tools that helped provide crucial information during the October 2015 flood have been recognized with a statewide award. The Richland County Geographic Information Systems…
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Rocky River Nature Park protected
July 23, 2016
Anderson University partners with Upstate Forever to permanently protect 132-acre park ANDERSON, SC – Anderson University has partnered with local conservation group Upstate Forever to permanently protect Rocky River Nature…
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SCE&G program offers incentives for recycling secondary refrigerators and freezers
July 11, 2016
Incentives include $50 rebate, free pickup and improved energy efficiency CAYCE, SC – Recycling old, secondary refrigerators and freezers just got easier. SCE&G’s new appliance recycling program for residential electric…
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SCE&G program offers incentives for recycling secondary refrigerators and freezers
July 11, 2016
Incentives include $50 rebate, free pickup and improved energy efficiency CAYCE, SC – Recycling old, secondary refrigerators and freezers just got easier. SCE&G’s new appliance recycling program for residential electric…
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DHEC lifts swimming advisory for Saluda River
July 8, 2016COLUMBIA, SC – The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control has lifted the swimming advisory that has been in place for the Saluda River at Saluda Shoals Park in…
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Michelin invests for sustainable growth in North America
June 27, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Michelin North America has invested more than $3.1 billionon manufacturing capacity and infrastructure and other developments since 2011 in support of its sustainable growth strategies, the Company…
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S.C. climbing team to ascend Alaska’s famed Denali
June 7, 2016
Mountaineering experts and Green Berets begin climbing this week CAMDEN, S.C. – Environmental attorney and S.C. State Guard Maj. Gen. Tom Mullikin will join a team of four climbers –…
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Zipit Wireless selected by EnviroVac for emergency notification of environmental disasters
June 2, 2016
Leading provider of industrial and environmental services adopts critical messaging solution for mobile alerting to field technicians. Zipit Wireless announced that EnviroVac, the premier provider in industrial and environmental cleaning…
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Zipit Wireless selected by EnviroVac for emergency notification of environmental disasters
June 2, 2016
Leading provider of industrial and environmental services adopts critical messaging solution for mobile alerting to field technicians. Zipit Wireless announced that EnviroVac, the premier provider in industrial and environmental cleaning…
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City of Columbia expands hospitality district recycling program
May 25, 2016
The City of Columbia Solid Waste Division is pleased to announce the installation of 13 new recycling containers in Columbia’s hospitality districts. New blue containers will be installed along the…
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Stantec welcomes Jason Hambley to the Charleston, South Carolina office
May 24, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – Jason Hambley, PE, joins Stantec as a transportation engineer in our Charleston, South Carolina office. Hambley is a licensed professional engineer with a background in transportation and civil…
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Irmo Middle School receives research grant from Lowes for Monarch Migration
May 24, 2016
IRMO, SC – Irmo Middle School (IMS) has received a $2,425.00 Lowe’s Toolbox for Education grant for students to continue their research project titled Monarch and Milkweed Migration. The grant…
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Culbertson Mill protected
May 24, 2016
Upstate Forever partners with landowner to protect historic mill and community recreational resource WARE SHOALS, SC – Area residents and conservation advocates celebrated a conservation success story Thursday evening…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives top rating
May 20, 2016
Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce the district has been notified that it has received a satisfactory rating by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental…
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County of Lexington replacing trees on South Lake Drive
May 20, 2016
The County of Lexington will begin the process of replacing 16 trees along South Lake Drive on Saturday, May 21, in an effort to provide required clearance for overhead utility…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives top rating
May 20, 2016
Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce the district has been notified that it has received a satisfactory rating by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental…
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Bioblitz at Congaree National Park to feature wide range of activities
May 13, 2016
Friday, May 20 and Saturday May 21, 2016 A cast of characters will soon converge at Congaree National Park. Scientists, with binoculars in hand; students, gazing intently at the treetops;…
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition inaugural Lifetime Stewardship Award
May 11, 2016
Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) honored George J. Bullwinkel Jr. and Len Hutchison with the inaugural Lifetime Stewardship Award for their years of significant contribution and extraordinary dedication and service to…
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SC Chamber Safety Awards presented to Renewable Water Resources
May 10, 2016
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) was presented the South Carolina Chamber Safety Awards to honor its efforts in making workplace safety a priority. The following ReWa departments received safety awards: Administrative…
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SC Chamber Safety Awards presented to Renewable Water Resources
May 10, 2016
Renewable Water Resources (ReWa) was presented the South Carolina Chamber Safety Awards to honor its efforts in making workplace safety a priority. The following ReWa departments received safety awards: Administrative…
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Lexington County: April’s “Green is Clean” month a success!
May 6, 2016On the 22nd of March, the Lexington County Council, by resolution, proclaimed April as “Green is Clean Month” and encouraged Lexington County citizens to participate in the several events to…
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Furman professor Weston Dripps named director of Shi Center Center for Sustainability
May 2, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Dr. Weston Dripps, an associate professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Furman University, has been named director of the university’s David E. Shi Center for Sustainability.…
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SETi and Seoul Viosys announce availability of the violeds™ MOSCLEAN on Amazon.com
April 26, 2016Mosquito Trap Proves to be Highly Effective on Mosquitos Carrying Zika Virus COLUMBIA, SC – Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc. (SETi) and Seoul Viosys announce the availability of the violeds™…
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SETi and Seoul Viosys announce availability of the violeds™ MOSCLEAN on Amazon.com
April 26, 2016
Mosquito Trap Proves to be Highly Effective on Mosquitos Carrying Zika Virus COLUMBIA, SC – Sensor Electronic Technology, Inc. (SETi) and Seoul Viosys announce the availability of the violeds™…
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Global Eco Adventures to celebrate Earth Day with gala
April 8, 2016Internationally acclaimed zoologist Jim Fowler among event’s special guests CAMDEN, SC – Global Eco Adventures (GEA) will celebrate Earth Day 2016 with a lineup of special guests – including wildlife…
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Global Eco Adventures to celebrate Earth Day with gala
April 8, 2016
Internationally acclaimed zoologist Jim Fowler among event’s special guests CAMDEN, SC – Global Eco Adventures (GEA) will celebrate Earth Day 2016 with a lineup of special guests – including wildlife…
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Richland County highlights importance of keeping stormwater clean
April 6, 2016
Richland County and the City of Columbia are kicking off a campaign this month with community volunteers to mark storm drains and remind residents that everyone can have a part…
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Clemson scientist helping to restore ancient Southern wheat
April 5, 2016
In their ongoing quest to revive and preserve ancestral grains, a Clemson University scientist and his collaborators have begun the process of restoring a nearly extinct variety of wheat that…
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Shop the Midlands Spring Plant & Flower Festival
April 5, 2016
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is hosting the annual Midlands Spring Plant & Flower Festival April 14 – 17 at the State Farmers Market, located at 3483 Charleston Highway,…
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Congaree National Park to conduct controlled burns
April 5, 2016
Park works to enhance habitat and reduce wildfire threats Congaree National Park plans to complete a controlled burn on approximately 600 acres of park woodlands during the month of…
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South Carolina Aquarium Gala to celebrate STEM education and conservation
April 4, 2016
Join the Aquarium’s Largest Fundraiser May 7 CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Aquarium will host its 10th annual Conservation Gala, May 7 on Liberty Square in Charleston. The gala…
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Terry Childress recognized with WEASC Awards
April 1, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Mr. Terry Childress, Line Maintenance Supervisor for Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), was recognized at the South Carolina Environmental Conference (SCEC) with the Water Environment Association of South…
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Ozone season begins April 1 – DHEC to provide daily ozone forecast
April 1, 2016Ozone season begins April 1 and the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control has begun issuing daily forecasts for ground-level ozone, the agency announced today. High concentrations of ozone…
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Terry Childress recognized with WEASC Awards
April 1, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Mr. Terry Childress, Line Maintenance Supervisor for Renewable Water Resources (ReWa), was recognized at the South Carolina Environmental Conference (SCEC) with the Water Environment Association of South…
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Wings Across South Carolina Bioblitz
March 28, 2016
Special Event to Celebrate Birds at Congaree National Park As the days grow longer and the subtle hues of winter give way to the vibrant green of spring, Congaree…
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Earth Day cleanups are part of the problem
March 25, 2016
By Rudy Socha CEO Wounded Nature – Working Veterans Annual litter cleanups add an additional 12 million plastic trash bags to landfills every year. Wounded Nature – Working Veterans…
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Earth Day cleanups are part of the problem
March 25, 2016
By Rudy Socha CEO Wounded Nature – Working Veterans Annual litter cleanups add an additional 12 million plastic trash bags to landfills every year. Wounded Nature – Working Veterans…
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ReWa honors dedicated employees on World Water Day
March 24, 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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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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