South Carolina Senate forms a Special Committee on Energy Future to develop a comprehensive bill for state energy policy.

South Carolina Senate establishes Special Committee on South Carolina's Energy Future to create a comprehensive bill guiding the state's energy policy amid rapid growth and evolving power generation trends. The committee, with meetings scheduled through October, invites stakeholders including ratepayers, environmentalists, and experts on electricity production technology. The bill aims to provide stable operating rules for utilities and clear energy policies to plan for future growth, addressing factors such as population growth, advanced manufacturing, data centers, and electric vehicles. The committee will also consider various power generation options, including nuclear power, and address concerns from the state's past experience with an abandoned nuclear project at V.C. Summer Nuclear Station.

August 22, 2024
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