The cheapest kilowatt hour? The one not used. - September 30th, 2019

It's Energy Efficiency Day, and we've compiled some tips and resources to make homes, businesses, and farms more efficient. Save money, save the planet! read more

By Shelley Robbins

The Upstate Update: September 2019 - September 27th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we unveil the latest addition to a popular Upstate park and share everything you need to know about this fall's upcoming events. read more

The Upstate Update: August 2019 - August 19th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we share some of our favorite ways to enjoy these dog days of summer with your furry companion, information about upcoming volunteer events and member field trips, an opportunity to join the UF team, and more. read more

Shared solar brings energy savings to low- and moderate-income households - August 15th, 2019

Duke Energy Carolinas has rolled out a new program for low- and moderate-income households that pretty much guarantees bill savings — for homeowners as well as renters — but without requiring panels on your roof. read more

By Shelley Robbins

Join us for the Citizens Planning Academy this October - August 14th, 2019

Coming this fall, Upstate Forever’s Citizens Planning Academy is an interactive 4-week course designed to help Greenville residents, business owners, and neighborhood leaders become more effective and influential participants in City of Greenville planning and land use policy efforts. read more

Action Alert: Join us to oppose the plan for an 862-home subdivision in South Greenville - July 21st, 2019

Join Upstate Forever at the Greenville County Planning Commission meeting this Wednesday, July 24 at 4:30 pm at County Square as we oppose the 862-home Garden Oaks subdivision proposed in South Greenville off Bessie Road near U.S. 25. read more

The Upstate Update: July 2019 - July 17th, 2019

In this month's Upstate Update, we thank Mast General Store and shoppers for their generous support on Land Trust Day, plus share our Clean Water team's experience at the 2019 River Rally in Cleveland, Ohio, Upstate Forever's latest news, and details on upcoming events. read more

Upstate Forever to Seek Reaccreditation from the Land Trust Alliance — Public Comment Period Now Open - July 10th, 2019

The Land Trust Alliance’s land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. In 2008, Upstate Forever became the first land trust organization in South Carolina to receive national accreditation. Upstate Forever is pleased to announce it is now applying for renewal of accreditation. read more

By Scott Park

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