SOUTH CAROLINA
ENERGY
PROGRESS UPDATE
An inside look at South Carolina's energy decision-making and the critical role the
Public Service Commission and Legislature play in keeping monopoly utilities in check.
WHAT'S NEXT FOR THE PSC?
Proposals for major natural gas (methane gas) infrastructure - Utilities are expected to propose multiple gas mega-projects. These risky investments could leave ratepayers on the hook for incomplete, obsolete, or expensive projects for decades. Also, fuel costs for these natural gas plants are passed through directly to customers, placing the risk of volatile gas prices onto SC families. SC needs to focus on a robust conversation about our energy future.
New oversight of Santee Cooper - The Santee Cooper reform package of 2021
provides for PSC authority over Santee Cooper’s long-term energy generation plans, including the review and permitting of new generation facilities. It also creates a competitive procurement program for renewable energy.
Long-term generation plans for Duke and Dominion, as well as review of other
proposals like rate increases and community solar programs that impact bills and access to clean energy will continue.