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Audubon report calls South Carolina an “unstoppable giant” on increasing adoption of solar energy

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.

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Audubon South Carolina Praises U.S. House Passage of Bipartisan Water Infrastructure Bill

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.

Audubon South Carolina says conservation is for the birds
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Audubon South Carolina says conservation is for the birds

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.

Volunteers with Audubon SC protect tern nests on Isle of Palms
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Volunteers with Audubon SC protect tern nests on Isle of Palms

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.

Coastal birds are nesting on Folly beaches this spring
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Coastal birds are nesting on Folly beaches this spring

Audubon South Carolina wants you to be a part of their comeback story

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These threatened birds are raising chicks on Morris Island. Will this be the year they survive?

The endangered Least Tern hasn't had much success on Morris Island in the past, conservationists partners are hoping this year will be different

Commentary: Declining red knots need our help
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Commentary: Declining red knots need our help

Nolan Schillerstrom discusses the decline of Red Knots and their dependence on Horse Shoe Crabs, a species used in the medical industry.

Audubon S.C. reminds beachgoers to be aware of beach birds this weekend
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Audubon S.C. reminds beachgoers to be aware of beach birds this weekend

Be mindful this holiday weekend when you're at the beach, we need to share the shore!

Dominion Energy Donates $1.5M to Environmental Education and Stewardship Initiatives
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Dominion Energy Donates $1.5M to Environmental Education and Stewardship Initiatives

The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation recently awarded $1.5 million in environmental stewardship grants to support 115 community-based organizations in 10 states working to create a cleaner, greener world and teach citizens young and old to better care for the outdoors.