The Water Log: Green Infrastructure at the Greenville Office - November 17th, 2022

In this month's Water Log, learn about the Greenville Office's green infrastructure. Discover how our green roof, pervious pavement, rain garden, and native plants protect health, conserve energy, and reduce environmental impact. Also get some tips on how to avoid F.O.G. (fat, oil, and grease) pollution this holiday season. read more

By Erika Hollis

Local leaders share perspectives on conservation and economic development - November 15th, 2022

Community and business leaders from across the Upstate share their thoughts on the relationship between natural resource conservation and growth in the latest issue of the Upstate Advocate. read more

UF expands land management efforts - November 14th, 2022

We're expanding our approach to conservation easement stewardship with a voluntary program designed assist conservation easement landowners motivated to actively address threats to the land’s natural resources and conservation values, such as erosion, invasive species, and overall habitat degradation. read more

By Lauren Ulich

What is SC doing about toxic 'forever chemicals?' - November 13th, 2022

Energy & State Policy Director Megan Chase-Muller answers your questions about "PFAS" and how Upstate Forever is advocating for drinking water protections in South Carolina. read more

By Megan Chase-Muller

Clean energy creates jobs & drives innovation - November 12th, 2022

UF's Energy Advocate Michael Coleman explains how the clean energy sector will create good paying jobs while also making our communities more resilient. read more

By Michael Coleman

Businesses thriving on conservation properties - November 11th, 2022

From green burials, grass-fed beef farms, event venues and vineyards, local easement holders are proving how conservation and economic success work together in the Upstate read more

The intersection of conservation & smart growth - November 10th, 2022

Land Policy Director Sherry Barrett reveals why it's imperative to embrace the symbiotic relationship between "traditional" conservation and land use planning and policy. read more

By Sherry Barrett

How to safeguard water — naturally and cost-effectively - November 9th, 2022

Clean Water Director Erika Hollis why clean water is not only crucial to sustaining our bodies and environment, it is also fundamental in a successful economy — and how we can work together to protect this important natural resource. read more

By Erika Hollis

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