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Lighting the Way for the Turtles on Folly Beach
Lighting the Way for the Turtles on Folly BeachAs part of our work with Dominion Energy, Sumter Utilities crews have been working along Folly Beach outside of Charleston, SC to replace street lights in an effort to save the turtles. When sea turtle hatchlings begin...
US grid congestion costs will likely continue to grow until transmission capacity is built.
Grid congestion occurs when a high demand for electric utilities is met with low transmission capacity, resulting in higher costs for consumers. The latest major upgrades to the American electrical grid were completed around 10 years ago, and our current transmission...
Rural electric infrastructure sees major investment from USDA
The American electrical grid is in much need of an upgrade, and the US Department of Agriculture recently recognized this in a large way. The USDA pledged $2.7 billion in loans, specifically for rural electrical cooperatives and utility companies, to continue the...
Duke Energy unveils an advanced microgrid in Hot Springs, NC
Recently, Duke Energy published an article that dives into their construction of an advanced microgrid in Hot Springs, North Carolina. Sumter Utilities works directly in this area, and this new microgrid is sure to have a positive impact on grid reliability in the Hot...
As we harden and enhance the grid, we can’t forget distribution
Earlier this month, Power Magazine released an article highlighting the efforts being made to upgrade the U.S. power grid. The need is definitely evident, as the article states, "The U.S. needs to expand electricity transmissions systems by 60% by 2030..." We've seen...
Sumter Utilities customers working together for reduce carbon with a hydrogen hub
In a press release from Battelle Memorial Institute, several utilities across the Southeast region announced plan to establish a six-state hydrogen hub in an effort to share resources and meet targets for carbon reduction. Companies such as Duke Energy, Dominion...
Duke Energy Shares 10-year Plan to Invest in Critical Energy Infrastructure
In a news update on October 4, Duke Energy announced an update on their strategy to provide critical energy infrastructure, meeting customer needs while also achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The company plans to invest $145 Billion over the next 10 years....
Duke Energy to help power the grid with Ford’s new F-150
In a recent press release, Duke Energy shared they are teaming up with Ford to develop a pilot program to test the performance of Vehicle to Grid (V2G) technology. This new technology is just one of many innovative efforts Duke is using to reduce carbon emissions and...
Billions Planned for Grid Resiliency & Innovation
According to a recent article from Utility Dive, the Department of Energy is making plans for the provision of $10.5 billion to improve grid resilience, enhance grid flexibility, and explore new approaches to reliability throughout the power industry. This new...
Southern Company intends to extend operation of Hatch Nuclear Plant
The Edwin I. Hatch nuclear power plant in Georgia has been operating since the mid-seventies, and currently provides carbon-free energy for co-owners Georgia Power, Oglethorpe Power Corporation, Dalton Utilities, and Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia. In late...
Sumter Utilities News
2024 5K-Aden Race
2024 5K-Aden RaceOn April 27, 2024, a team from Sumter Utilities participated in the annual 5K-Aden race in Columbia, SC. The race is an event held in support of the Jordan Thomas Foundation, a 501c3 that helps kids get the prostheses they need to lead healthy and...
Liberty STEAM Charter School’s 1st Annual Workforce Development Day
Liberty STEAM Charter School's 1st Annual Workforce Development DayEarlier this month, Liberty STEAM Charter School invited Sumter Utilities to participate in their first annual Workforce Development Day, and we happily obliged! The initiative sought to partner each...
Lighting the Way for the Turtles on Folly Beach
Lighting the Way for the Turtles on Folly BeachAs part of our work with Dominion Energy, Sumter Utilities crews have been working along Folly Beach outside of Charleston, SC to replace street lights in an effort to save the turtles. When sea turtle hatchlings begin...
Sumter Utilities celebrates 2023 employee milestones
Sumter Utilities Celebrates Employee MilestonesSeveral Sumter Utilities employees recently hit significant milestones! These individuals have given years of dedication, support, and teamwork. We are so grateful to call them part of the Sumter family:20 YEARS Corey...
Lineman Day
National Lineman Appreciation DayApril 18To our Sumter Linemen...Each year on April 18, National Lineman Appreciation Day offers us the chance to recognize linemen for their dedication, sacrifice, and grit. You certainly didn’t take on this job because the work was...
Photo Contest
Send us your photosand be entered to win a $50 gift card!Show us what you're up to, Sumter Crews!We want to see your photos from the field, so we're hosting a photo contest to see what you've got! Here's how it works:[dsm_icon_list...
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