💨 Abstract

South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster celebrated the passage of a new energy law designed to meet the state's growing power needs due to population and industrial growth. The law, signed over a month ago, expedites the approval process for power projects, allows smaller annual rate increases, and paves the way for a new natural gas plant. While praised by supporters, some lawmakers raised concerns about consumer protections, energy efficiency, and data center limitations.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff