South Carolina federal sponsors sea turtle’s recovery at SC aquarium
June 26, 2019
South Carolina Federal Credit Union announces the arrival of Blue, a 206 lb., adult male loggerhead sea turtle who is being rehabbed at the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Care…
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680 acres along Wateree River in Camden, now conserved
June 25, 2019
Over 680 acres of undeveloped woodlands, fields, and significant wetlands along the Wateree River, located just outside the city of Camden, are now conserved, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Bramblewood…
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Nature Conservancy transfers 955 acres to Jones Gap State Park
June 24, 2019
Conservation Easement held by Upstate Forever further protects the scenic property Jones Gap State Park in upper Greenville County just got about 25 percent larger after 955 acres was donated…
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Tickets for the annual Wild Summer’s Night Auction and Wild Game Feast are now on sale
June 19, 2019
Wild Game, Wild Items, and Wild Times…. Tickets are on sale NOW for the annual Wild Summer’s Night Auction and Wild Game Feast. Get em before they’re gone! To a…
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Spartanburg Water purchases 72 acres of land along Municipal Reservoir #1
June 19, 2019
In keeping with our mission to provide quality drinking water in a reliable manner, Spartanburg Water has purchased a piece of property along Municipal Reservoir #1 that will help protect…
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Two S.C. sites receive federal funding for environmental cleanup projects
June 7, 2019
Two South Carolina brownfields will receive funding for environmental remediation projects, announced the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s. The cities of Camden and Easley are each recipients of $300,000 Brownfield Assessment…
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Furman tree program reaches new heights
June 7, 2019
The beauty for which the Furman campus is often praised in the media has much to do with the abundance, diversity and health of its tree population. Two national groups…
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SC Adopt a Stream activating the public to monitor water quality
June 6, 2019
The SC Adopt-a-Stream program has been transforming the public into certified volunteers all across the state of South Carolina for a common goal- improving water quality. There has been a…
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Woodlands along two S.C. rivers, now conserved
June 3, 2019
Nearly 140 acres of natural and scenic woodlands bordered by two major South Carolina rivers surrounded by the U.S. Sumter National Forest are now protected, thanks to the collaborative efforts…
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Sara Green announced as Executive Director of South Carolina Wildlife Federation
June 3, 2019
SC Wildlife Federation poised for growth with new Executive Director The South Carolina Wildlife Federation (SCWF) has named Sara K. Green as Executive Director. Green is the sixth Executive Director…
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Woodlands along two South Carolina rivers, now conserved
June 3, 2019Nearly 140 acres of natural and scenic woodlands bordered by two major South Carolina rivers surrounded by the U.S. Sumter National Forest are now protected, thanks to the collaborative efforts…
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The SEFA Group names new Executive Director of Business Development
May 30, 2019
Walter LeMaire has joined The SEFA Group as Executive Director of Business Development for the company’s Engineering & Projects Business Unit. LeMaire will be responsible for strategic and operational planning in…
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Local business raises funds for local non profit
May 24, 2019
During the month of April, otherwise known as Earth Month, Ivy Salon raised funds for Friends of the Reedy River through their Earth Month raffle and an event, Block Party…
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The COMET and the National Park Service partner to transport people to Congaree National Park to see fireflies
May 21, 2019
The COMET and the National Park Service has formed a partnership to transport area residents and visitors to the Congaree National Park as a trial on Friday, May 24, 2019,…
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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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Friends of Sesqui dedicates five red maples to the Mimosa Garden Club
April 29, 2019
The tree dedication coincided with Earth Day and Arbor Day as the newly planted trees replaced four invasive Bradford pear trees on site at Sesqui In celebration of Earth Day…
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Swamp Rabbit Cafe and local non-profit to host a Tire Pull river cleanup – April 27
April 17, 2019
Local citizens are testing their strength by removing tires from the Reedy River as part of a new event, the Tire Pull. The Swamp Rabbit Cafe and the Friends of…
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Annual Eco Ball slated for Earth Day 2019
April 16, 2019
Governor, Senator, Pulitzer Prize winner, and Audubon conservationist to receive environmental awards COLUMBIA, S.C. – Global Eco Adventures, Inc. (GEA) will host its 4th annual ECO BALL at Columbia’s Riverbanks…
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Lexington County meets SCDHEC annual waste reduction, recycling goals
April 6, 2019
Lexington County has been recognized by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control as being the only county in the state to meet both waste reduction and recycling…
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Greenville’s Sprague presented with Engineer of the Year Award
March 28, 2019
C. Joel Sprague, P.E., a Senior Engineer and Technical Director with TRI Environmental’s South Carolina laboratories in Anderson and Greenville, has been presented the South Carolina Society of Professional Engineers’…
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Prescribed Fire: The Prescription for a Healthy Forest
March 11, 2019
By Ryan Bean, Clemson Extension Governor Henry McMaster has proclaimed March 2019 Prescribed Fire Awareness Month in SC. Prescribed burning is a very important management tool in the Southeastern…
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City of Lancaster leverages $1 million funding to connect downtown to greenway
February 28, 2019The City of Lancaster has leveraged $1 million in transportation alternative funding from the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) to improve connectivity near the Lindsay Pettus Greenway. Both…
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Increased sales, attendance at 2019 Southeastern Wildlife Exposition
February 25, 2019
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) is reporting positive preliminary numbers after hosting its 37th annual event to promote wildlife and nature conservation. The not-for-profit event is held yearly during President’s…
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Heavy rainfall delays Lake Murray drawdown
January 9, 2019
Significant rainfall during the last few months and other constraints on the lower Saluda River are delaying a drawdown of Lake Murray, which was scheduled to reach its targeted elevation…
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General Greene Tree recognized as SC Heritage Tree
November 15, 2018Trees SC has recognized the General Greene Tree, an old-growth bald cypress located in Congaree National Park, as the 2018 South Carolina Heritage Tree. A recognition ceremony will take place…
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Mike Dawson, The Saluda River Walk (coming February 2019)
November 11, 2018
Since 1994, The River Alliance has been working to create safe and secure public access to the rivers in Columbia, SC. In February 2019, the newest section of greenway along…
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Treasured Trees Nominations
November 7, 2018
The nomination deadline for the Treasured Trees Program is Friday, November 16. The Treasured Trees program seeks to document and preserve trees that are significant for a variety of reasons.…
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Local non-profit to host 25th anniversary celebration
October 24, 2018In honor of 25 years protecting and restoring the Reedy River Through education, action, and advocacy, Friends of the Reedy River hosts a 25th Anniversary Celebration this fall at The…
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Local non-profit to host 25th anniversary celebration
October 24, 2018
In honor of 25 years protecting and restoring the Reedy River Through education, action, and advocacy, Friends of the Reedy River hosts a 25th Anniversary Celebration this fall at The…
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Nephron Pharmaceuticals donates $10,000 to the Saluda Shoals Foundation
October 17, 2018
The Saluda Shoals Foundation is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 gift from the Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation. The donation will help support the Park’s mission of connecting people…
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Upstate Forever permanently protects 488 more acres
August 7, 2018
Upstate Forever now protects nearly 500 acres on two tracts in Pickens and Cherokee Counties through wetland and stream mitigation partnerships. Working closely with the SC Department of Transportation, Upstate…
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Joseph Kinyoun joins Meridian Energy & Environment
July 26, 2018Meridian Energy & Environment, LLC, announced that Joseph Kinyoun has joined the firm’s engineering team. Kinyoun recently graduated from West Virginia Institute of Technology with a B.S. degree in chemical…
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Joseph Kinyoun joins Meridian Energy & Environment
July 26, 2018
Meridian Energy & Environment, LLC, announced that Joseph Kinyoun has joined the firm’s engineering team. Kinyoun recently graduated from West Virginia Institute of Technology with a B.S. degree in chemical…
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Global Eco Adventures graduates three new “Ninja Divers” in Nassau
July 17, 2018South Carolinians dive with sharks during advanced SCUBA training in the Bahamas NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Global expedition leader Tom Mullikin of Camden, South Carolina-based Global Eco Adventures (GEA) trained and…
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Global Eco Adventures graduates three new “Ninja Divers” in Nassau
July 17, 2018
South Carolinians dive with sharks during advanced SCUBA training in the Bahamas NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Global expedition leader Tom Mullikin of Camden, South Carolina-based Global Eco Adventures (GEA) trained and…
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Greenville’s new Westside Park to be named Unity Park
May 17, 2018
After more than a decade of study and planning, Greenville is taking the first steps in turning the vision of a 60-acre Westside park into reality – transforming and in…
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Areas of Progress – May 17
May 17, 2018
Areas of Progress is a weekly roundup of measurable areas of improvement and progress from around the state, especially in the areas of education, entrepreneurship, the arts, the environment, energy, agriculture, and philanthropy. Conway lights up The…
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Savannah River National Laboratory and Clemson University appoint joint faculty member for environmental remediation
May 17, 2018Savannah River National Laboratory and Clemson University have appointed Dr. Brian Powell to a joint faculty position to advance research on environmental remediation and radioactive waste disposal. In this position, Dr. Powell…
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Upstate Forever receives $1 million gift honoring Marjorie E. Schmidt
May 16, 2018
Funds will be used to protect green space and natural areas in the Upstate Upstate Forever is thrilled to announce it has received a $1 million gift in honor of…
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DHEC accepting nominations for Community Star award program
May 7, 2018
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is accepting nominations for the COMMUNITY STAR award program now through Aug. 1, 2018. COMMUNITY STAR recognizes a business, community organization,…
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DHEC accepting nominations for Community Star award program
May 7, 2018
The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is accepting nominations for the COMMUNITY STAR award program now through Aug. 1, 2018. COMMUNITY STAR recognizes a business, community organization,…
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BBC’s shark expert one of several headlining guests at 2018 Eco Ball – May 5
April 30, 2018CHARLESTON, S.C. – GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES’ (GEA) third annual Eco Ball will be held at the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston, Sat. evening, May 5. Several VIP guests have already…
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BBC’s shark expert one of several headlining guests at 2018 Eco Ball – May 5
April 30, 2018
CHARLESTON, S.C. – GLOBAL ECO ADVENTURES’ (GEA) third annual Eco Ball will be held at the South Carolina Aquarium in Charleston, Sat. evening, May 5. Several VIP guests have already…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives Excellence in Collection System Operations Award
April 13, 2018
Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce that the district recently received the Water Environment Association of South Carolina’s (WEASC) Excellence in Collection System Operations Award for 2017.…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District eeceives top award from SCDHEC
April 13, 2018
Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce that the district recently received the South Carolina Department of Health and Environment Control’s (SCDHEC) Facility Award of Excellence for 2017.…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District eeceives top award from SCDHEC
April 13, 2018
Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce that the district recently received the South Carolina Department of Health and Environment Control’s (SCDHEC) Facility Award of Excellence for 2017.…
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Taylors Fire and Sewer District receives Excellence in Collection System Operations Award
April 13, 2018
Taylors Fire and Sewer District is pleased to announce that the district recently received the Water Environment Association of South Carolina’s (WEASC) Excellence in Collection System Operations Award for 2017.…
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Kiawah Conservancy Doubles Conservation Footprint
March 26, 2018
The Kiawah Conservancy announces that the entire span of the Kiawah River, from the bridge to the Stono River, has been protected, more than doubling the Conservancy’s conservation footprint in the first…
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Furman earns Gold rating for campus sustainability achievements
March 26, 2018
Furman University has earned a STARS Gold rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). STARS, the Sustainability Tracking,…
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Author Florence Williams at a Palmetto Conservation discusses her latest book, The Nature Fix – April 17
March 26, 2018
Join bestselling author Florence Williams at a Palmetto Conservation event to discuss her latest book, The Nature Fix. Palmetto Conservation Foundation (PCF) will host a presentation and book signing by the…
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