As temperatures are rising, it’s essential to dive into the discussion of safety for everyone’s favorite summer spot – the pool. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or a parent keeping watchful eyes on the kids, understanding swim safety ensures a…
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Steve Nance, who brings more than 30 years of experience managing engineering and large construction projects in the power industry in Europe, Asia and the Americas, has been named Santee Cooper’s Director of Nuclear Development and…
Although hurricane season officially starts June 1, we here at Santee Cooper prepare all year long. Line crews continually check and upgrade equipment, which is especially useful along the beaches where the salt air can eat away at our gear.…
Ensuring reliability for our customers is a top priority, which is why we dedicate ourselves year-round to maintaining our infrastructure and leveraging advanced technologies to manage power outages efficiently. While we are prepared for the hurricane season from June 1…
Most of us don’t think about our power unless we have an outage or when we pay the bill. You know you pay for the power you use, but you may not know exactly what that entails. Let’s break it…
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Santee Cooper has secured final approval for 18 projects, totaling $10.8 million in funding, submitted to its Grid Resilience Grant Program last year by electric cooperatives and municipal and other utilities from across South Carolina. Together,…
Boating is a wonderful way to unwind, explore and connect with nature, but it also comes with responsibilities. Just as you wouldn’t drive a car without understanding the rules of the road, operating a boat requires knowledge of safety procedures…
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Santee Cooper has again earned the American Public Power Association’s Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices. It earned the Diamond award for 2023, among utilities with 1,000,000 to 3,999,999 worker-hours of annual worker exposure.…
MONCKS CORNER, S.C. – Santee Cooper has undertaken a major capital project that primarily relies on South Carolina-located companies and resources to increase environmental protections at its two coal-fired generating stations in compliance with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rules.…
Electrical safety is crucial and understanding meters and breakers is a fundamental part of it, especially in residential and commercial settings. Here are some key points to remember: Locating Your Electrical Box and Breaker Panel: Familiarize yourself with the layout…