Climate Science
SC Meteorologist Confronts Climate Change Head-On
Thursday, February 21, 2013A South Carolina meteorologist from the Midlands is tackling the climate issue and educating viewers on what a warmer planet could mean for them. Read More
Economic Development · Energy Efficiency
Efficiency Increases Productivity Without Cost Of New Generation
Thursday, February 21, 2013Energy efficiency makes our economy more productive at a lower incremental cost than simply investing in new power generation. A recent analysis concludes that 74% of new energy demand since 1970 has been met through energy efficiency measures in the U.S.. Read More
Biomass · Economic Development · Energy Efficiency · Renewable energy · Smart Grid · Solar · Wind
NC Clean Energy Policies Boost Economy, Save Customers Money
Thursday, February 21, 2013A new North Carolina study reveals clean energy policies in that state created over 21,000 jobs and generated $1.7 billion in economic activity between 2007 and 2012. In addition, these policies are expected to result in $173 million in customer savings between 2006 and 2026. Read More
Economic Development · Renewable energy · Solar
Honda Offers Solar With Car Purchase
Thursday, February 21, 2013Honda and Acura have announced that they will be offering their customers access to low cost home solar systems via leasing agreements with the company SolarCity. Financing opportunities like this will not be available in South Carolina until legislation is passed that removes barriers for third party ownership of distributed energy systems. Read More
Economic Development · Renewable energy · Solar
Solar Leasing A Path To Greater Energy Freedom
Thursday, February 21, 2013Here’s a closer look at recent trends in the solar industry and specifically what solar leasing would mean for South Carolina. Read More
Economic Development · Renewable energy · Solar
Free Market Solar Bill Derailed By SC House Subcommittee
Thursday, February 21, 2013Free markets and consumer choice took a hit this week in the South Carolina House of Representatives. A subcommittee failed to move discussions forward on a piece of legislation (H.3425) that would give home and business owners greater flexibility in financing distributed energy systems like solar arrays. Read More