SC Environmental Policy

South Carolina Governor Declares State of Emergency Due to WildfiresSouth Carolina Governor Declares State of Emergency Due to Wildfires

South Carolina Governor Declares State of Emergency Due to Wildfires

News Summary Governor Henry McMaster has declared a state of emergency in South Carolina as wildfires rage across the region.…

14 hours ago
Progress in Containing Wildfire Near Myrtle BeachProgress in Containing Wildfire Near Myrtle Beach

Progress in Containing Wildfire Near Myrtle Beach

News Summary Crews are making significant strides in containing a wildfire in the Carolina Forest area near Myrtle Beach, South…

1 week ago
State of Emergency Declared in South Carolina Due to WildfiresState of Emergency Declared in South Carolina Due to Wildfires

State of Emergency Declared in South Carolina Due to Wildfires

News Summary Wildfires have become a major crisis in South Carolina, prompting Governor Henry McMaster to declare a state of…

1 week ago
Evacuations Underway as Wildfires Spread in Greenville and Pickens CountiesEvacuations Underway as Wildfires Spread in Greenville and Pickens Counties

Evacuations Underway as Wildfires Spread in Greenville and Pickens Counties

News Summary Wildfires are currently raging in Greenville and Pickens counties, leading to mandatory evacuations. The Persimmons Ridge and Table…

2 weeks ago
Columbia, South Carolina Celebrates Earth Month with Sustainability InitiativesColumbia, South Carolina Celebrates Earth Month with Sustainability Initiatives

Columbia, South Carolina Celebrates Earth Month with Sustainability Initiatives

News Summary In April, Columbia, South Carolina, is championing sustainability as Duke Energy pledges $375,000 for environmental efforts. The funding…

2 weeks ago
Carolina Forest Battles Expanding WildfireCarolina Forest Battles Expanding Wildfire

Carolina Forest Battles Expanding Wildfire

News Summary A wildfire in Carolina Forest has spread over 2,059 acres, although it is currently 90% contained. Eight wildfires…

2 weeks ago
Duke Energy Awards $375,000 for Sustainability in South CarolinaDuke Energy Awards $375,000 for Sustainability in South Carolina

Duke Energy Awards $375,000 for Sustainability in South Carolina

News Summary Duke Energy is providing $375,000 in grants to various organizations in South Carolina aimed at promoting sustainability initiatives.…

2 weeks ago
Carolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency and EvacuationsCarolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency and Evacuations

Carolina Wildfires Prompt State of Emergency and Evacuations

News Summary Wildfires have engulfed South Carolina, leading to a state of emergency and mandatory evacuations in affected areas. Firefighters…

2 weeks ago
Mandatory Evacuations in Greenville and Pickens Counties Due to WildfiresMandatory Evacuations in Greenville and Pickens Counties Due to Wildfires

Mandatory Evacuations in Greenville and Pickens Counties Due to Wildfires

News Summary Residents in Greenville and Pickens Counties are facing urgent evacuations as the South Carolina Forestry Commission responds to…

2 weeks ago
Myrtle Beach Faces Wildfire Crisis Amid State of EmergencyMyrtle Beach Faces Wildfire Crisis Amid State of Emergency

Myrtle Beach Faces Wildfire Crisis Amid State of Emergency

News Summary Residents of Myrtle Beach confront a dire situation as over 170 wildfires rage in the Carolinas, leading to…

2 weeks ago