Project News & Updates
Santee Cooper’s future is in the spotlight in 2020 as our legislature decides whether the state-owned utility should be sold, privately managed, or reformed. Whatever the outcome, we have an opportunity to push our state-owned utility to a 100% clean…
Election Updates
The Board of Directors of Conservation Voters of South Carolina (CVSC) announced its endorsement of 8 State Senators and 28 State Representatives in the 2020 election. “South Carolina needs champions in the House and Senate who will fight for clean…
Legislative Hotlist
There’s a famous quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson that says, “Adopt the pace of nature: her secret is patience.” That’s exactly what these legislative times call for – patience. Although there’s so much happening at our South Carolina…
Legislative Hotlist
You’ve probably recognized that the fate of Santee Cooper has taken much of our lawmakers’ time. So, understandably, not much legislation moved through either chambers last week. And, with their obvious dedication to making the right decision for…
Legislative Hotlist
Whew! I’ve officially been a part of the CVSC team for one month, and what a month it’s been. What’s been so exciting about my first month is having the opportunity to be a part of all of…
Press Releases
To: Interested Parties From: John Tynan, Executive Director, Conservation Voters of South Carolina Date: February 24, 2020 Re: Ahead of South Carolina primary, climate is top issue for voters and candidates The South Carolina Democratic presidential primary…
Legislative Hotlist
First and foremost, kudos to you! We are succeeding in building bipartisan momentum to ensure a safe and healthy environment for families in South Carolina. From the commitment to conserving 30% of South Carolina land by…
Events, Press Releases
MEDIA ADVISORY Contact: Laurin Manning Gandy [email protected] 843-307-3303 Event Speakers Will Include Martin Luther King III, former Flint Mayor Dr. Karen Weaver, and SC State Rep. JA Moore The Conservation Voters of South Carolina, National Wildlife Federation, National Action…
Legislative Hotlist
What a week! It may have been another slow legislative week for conservation; but, it was definitely an exciting and full week for me. Last week, I had the opportunity to talk with many legislators who are obvious…
Legislative Hotlist
I am Deitra Matthews, and I’m your new Legislative Communications Associate at CVSC. Although this is a new role for me at CVSC, I’m not new to using my voice to advocate to make South Carolina a better…