South Carolina Energy Office

10/07/2026

PCF and the SCEO recently celebrated National Drive Electric Week at the Soda City Market! Visitors explored the tools and information available on www.DriveElectricSC.com

10/04/2026

The SCEO Mini-Grant Program is OPEN! This program provides SC governments and non-profits with competitive funding to support high-impact demonstration projects focused on Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, and Clean Transportation. Applications are due 11/30/26. Learn more and apply on our Mini-Grant page! 👇

Mini-Grant Program The US Department of Energy has awarded funding to the SC Energy Office to fund several high-impact demonstration projects in the areas of energy efficiency, renewable energy, and clean transportation. Eligible applicants include state agencies, local governments, public colleges/...

10/01/2026

Can you crack the energy code? This October, SCEO is kicking off with an Energy Efficiency Emoji Game! Visit https://canva.link/emoji-quiz-final to play!

09/28/2026

Most diesel vehicles do not need retrofits to use renewable diesel; it’s designed as a direct substitute!

09/25/2026

Are you a SC contractor interested in growing your business through the Palmetto Energy Saver rebate program? Sign up for email updates to be the first to know when the program launches: https://bit.ly/4xEH4dz

09/21/2026

Most EV drivers charge at home overnight, so their vehicle is ready each morning. For longer trips, South Carolina's growing network of public chargers can help keep you moving. Learn more about charging, costs, and planning your next trip at DriveElectricSC.com/driving-electric

09/17/2026

Visit us this weekend at Columbia's Soda City Market to celebrate Drive Electric Week. Stop by the Palmetto Clean Fuels booth to participate in an activity, grab a giveaway, and learn more about electric transportation in South Carolina!

09/14/2026

Attention South Carolina boiler operators, technicians, engineers, and architects! Tomorrow (9/15) is the last day to register for our virtual Steam Plant Improvement (Boiler) Workshop, held October 6-7. Learn more and register at

This training opportunity is intended for industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities.

09/11/2026

? Your HVAC system works at the same rate regardless of the thermostat setting, so drastically cranking your thermostat won't heat or cool your home any faster. Instead, slightly adjust it to your desired temperature, be patient, and let it do the work!

09/08/2026

Calling all SC educators! Celebrate Energy Action Month with an SCEO webinar on 10/15 from 4–5 PM. We'll explore Green Step Schools, SCEO energy lessons, and hear a success story from a fellow SC educator. Registration closes on 10/8. https://bit.ly/4qIb5H2

Celebrate Energy Awareness Month in October by learning how to incorporate S.C. Energy Office lessons and activities into your classrooms and environmental projects! During this one-hour session, you'll learn about different energy-focused activities and hear from a Green Step Schools high school te...