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| (Coming Soon!) Comprehensive Climate Action Plan Kickoff Events | The PAQC is preparing to kick off the planning process for the Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP) this fall! Kickoff events will include re-initiating the sector-based Action Teams, an updated public input survey, and community engagement events. Please sign up for the mailing list below or email us for more information. |
| CPRG Implementation Grant Funding Secured! | We are excited to announce that our multi-state coalition application for implementation grant funding was selected by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)! EPA received over 300 applications totaling over $33 billion in program proposals. The Atlantic Conservation Coalition (ACC) application, which includes the states of South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland, was one of 25 applications selected by EPA for funding. South Carolina will receive approximately $89 million for land conservation measures that will enhance carbon sinks, reduce net emissions, and increase flood resilience. For more information, please see the link under “Resources” below. |
What is the Palmetto Air Quality Collaborative?
The Palmetto Air Quality Collaborative (PAQC) is a 4-year planning initiative to develop innovative strategies to reduce greenhouse gases (GHG) and air pollution in South Carolina. This initiative intends to lay the groundwork for lowering air emissions, engaging communities, and supporting workforce and economic development opportunities. The PAQC is co-led by the SC Office of Resilience (SCOR) and SC Department of Environmental Services (DES) and is funded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program.
PAQC Program Timeline
CCAP Timeline and Targets
More Information and Updates Coming Soon!
Please check back soon for more information as we continue to plan and organize this project. If you have any questions, please contact us.
(803) 327-9041
