South Carolina to open first trash powered plant soon
Myrtle Beach report says Horry County landfill officials indicate the first power plant using methane from decomposing garbage will generate 2.2 megawatts enough for about 400 homes. Santee Cooper will operate the plant with electricity available to the public on Sept 4, marketed as green power.
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Horry County
Santee Cooper
Jill Watts
Horry County Solid Waste Authority
Horry Electrical Cooperative
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Harald Zink
Hickory
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Condon backs lawsuit over Charleston Co school board
State Attorney General Charlie Condon supports a suit seeking an extra East Cooper seat by taking one from downtown Charleston to represent Mount Pleasant and barrier islands. He will not defend the state in court and the case names the Senate, House, Gov Hodges, and the school board.
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Uranium Contamination May Be Widespread In State Area
State officials say 94 of 105 residents in Simpsonville Fountain Inn area tested high uranium levels. Uranium, a naturally occurring metal in granite, poses cancer and kidney risks with prolonged exposure as researchers warn communities about drinking water safety and potential needs for water line funding.
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South Carolina
Tom Temples
University of South Carlina
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North Carolina
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Simpsonville
Fountain Inn
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