Alternative Energy
BCB OKs $21 Million More for Clemson Wind Turbine Center
May 10, 2012, 6 a.m. by Kevin DietrichClemson gets OK to boost budget for wind turbine test facility by $21 million.
Critics Question Rate Increases for Nuclear Plant
April 23, 2012, 6 a.m. by Katie GeerA state law that allows utilities to charge their customers in advance for the construction of a nuclear plant is being used to fleece ratepayers for an expansion project at the V.C. Summer nuclear plant in Fairfield County, critics contend.
Solyndra in South Carolina?
March 22, 2012, 6 a.m. by Rick BrundrettA Senate Finance subcommittee enhanced the House version of a bill that would offer millions in tax credits to the solar industry.
Making Sense of SC Launch Numbers No Easy Task
Dec. 14, 2011, 10:42 a.m. by Kevin DietrichQuestions still remain after the S.C. Research Authority responded to an S.C. Freedom of Information Act request for information on how its affiliate SC Launch spent approximately $18 million in state money over the past three years.
Ag Commissioner Seeks Money for Alternative Energy
Oct. 20, 2011, 8:25 a.m. by Chip OglesbyS.C. Agriculture Commission Hugh Weathers requests an interim adjustment of a little more than $600,000 from the Joint Other Funds Oversight Committee during an Oct. 5 meeting.
Proposed S.C. Electric Car Plant Short Circuits, Despite Handout Offers
Oct. 17, 2011, 8:40 a.m. by Rick BrundrettA South Korean car manufacturer never came to South Carolina, despite being offered state and local incentives.