Duke Energy marks Earth Month in South Carolina with $375,000 in grants to fight trash, promote tree planting, sustain trail access
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Duke Energy Foundation is marking Earth Month by awarding $375,000 in grants to 24 nonprofit and governmental organizations across South Carolina. The initiative focuses on sustaining natural resources through park management, tree planting, trail maintenance, and litter prevention efforts.
The grants support various organizations including South Carolina State Parks, Foothills Trail Conservancy, and TreesUpstate, among others. Duke Energy employees have also volunteered their time in April, participating in five organized trash pickups across the state.
The funding aims to protect and enhance South Carolina's natural assets during a period of significant population growth. Through the Energy Savings Tree Giveaway program, the initiative has helped thousands of Upstate residents reduce electricity costs. Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK), serving 8.6 million electric customers across six states, continues its commitment to environmental stewardship while executing an ambitious energy transition focused on grid upgrades and cleaner generation.
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- Duke Energy Foundation funding goes to 24 nonprofit, governmental organizations across the state
- Grants support efforts that work to ensure future generations enjoy the tremendous benefits of the natural resources of the Palmetto State
Why it matters: By educating ourselves about environmental issues and making small changes, such as reducing plastic use, recycling, conserving energy and planting trees, we can move towards understanding the impact of our actions and become more responsible stewards of the earth, ensuring that it remains a thriving, livable place for us all especially at a time of booming population growth in the state. Every effort, no matter how small, contributes to a better, cleaner world.
Where the money goes: The following qualifying 501(c)(3) nonprofits and governmental organizations received funding from Duke Energy Foundation (click here for additional details):
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Dozens of Duke Energy employees also volunteered their time and energy in April by supporting five organized trash pickups and similar events in communities across the state.
What they're saying
Tim Pearson, Duke Energy's
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Duane Parrish, South Carolina Parks, Recreation and Tourism executive director:
"The Upstate has been through a lot since last fall. From the first responders who secured our safety after Helene and in the recent wildfires, to the partners who have stepped up afterwards to help make us whole again, we have not had to face those dark days and difficult challenges alone. We are incredibly grateful to Duke Energy, who has been an amazing partner to South Carolina State Parks for many years. They have a heart for what we do in State Parks, and their generous support is pivotal in helping us protect, advance, and share our treasured places with visitors."
Aaron Davis, TreesUpstate executive director:
"For the past nine years, Duke Energy has helped thousands of Upstate residents save electricity costs through this really "cool" Energy Savings Tree Giveaway program. Their generosity and partnership show how much Duke Energy values nonprofits, communities, and our wonderful natural resources."
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