— Audubon South Carolina released its newly commissioned report, “An Economic Analysis of the Solar Industry in South Carolina,” which found that the solar energy industry has a $1.5 billion impact in the state, contributes more than $58.8 million in state and local taxes annually, and supports 7,250 South Carolina jobs.
— In response to the recent passage of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2020 by the U.S. House of Representatives, Audubon South Carolina Policy Director Julia Dietz issued a statement praising the effort.
— More than a century after establishing a South Carolina chapter, the National Audubon Society continues growing and seeking ways to better protect, preserve and advocate for the Palmetto State’s bird population.
— ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. (WCIV) — Least terns have been nesting on the Isle of Palms for centuries. This year, you can find their nests near the 49th and 50th Avenue beach accesses, but make sure to stay far away from their nesting areas.