SC Biomass Council Meeting Highlights from May 13th
Over 70 members and guests attended the meeting of the SCBC at the Lake House at Clemson Sandhills Research & Education Center in Columbia. The networking reception was hosted by Santee Cooper. Presentations from the meeting are listed below:
SCBC signs MOU with 25X'25 and SC Energy Office
25X'25 and the SC Biomass Council decided to formalize their relationship through a Memorandum of Understanding. The SC Biomass Council, the SC Energy Office, and the 25X'25 national coalition will enhance biomass-to-energy opportunities in South Carolina through coordinated efforts. For more information, download the Memorandum of Understanding
SC Renewable Energy Grant Program
If you haven't already submitted an application for the SC Renewable Energy Grant Program, the next deadline for proposals has been postponed to June 6, 2008. For more information, visit the website.
Attention all Renewable Energy Businesses!
If you represent a business that is interested in locating in South Carolina, you can take advantage of a new program offered by South Carolina agencies and stakeholders called the 'Renewable Energy One-Stop Shop'. Agency representatives and stakeholders will be available in one room, once a month, to inform the business about state incentives, permits, taxes, rail and port information, among other things and answer all of your questions. To schedule a meeting with your business, contact Erika Hartwig at (803) 737-8030.
The SC Biomass Council serves as a resource for the general public and decision-makers about the environmental and economic benefits of biomass energy. Through solid policy development, South Carolina can be energy independent and generate a reliable, affordable, and green source of power cleanly and efficiently. For more information please contact one of our council members or staff.
The SC Biomass Council is the premiere organization in the state to offer networking opportunities, establish collaborative efforts, and promote good policy change. You must be a member to attend the quarterly meetings. To join the organization, download the the Membership Form.
