We are hiring a Clean Water Manager to lead and implement strategic initiatives benefiting water quality and resources across the Upstate.
To help demystify land-use planning, our Land Planning & Policy team is breaking down 10 core principles of smart growth and how rapidly growing Upstate communities can benefit from these embracing these concepts.
Land Policy Manager Sherry Barrett reflects on how moving to a walkable Greenville neighborhood has improved her quality of life.
The environmental aesthetic of the Upstate is something most, if not all, of us value. But how does that relative value translate to dollar value? Dr. John Quinn, Director of Environmental Studies at Furman, explores the economic value of our region's natural resources.
Upstate Forever envisions a future that is healthy, vibrant, and prosperous, that offers a high quality of life now and for future generations. That vision cannot become a reality for all who call the Upstate home while racial violence and systemic injustices exist in our communities and across the country.
Upstate Forever's Lisa Hallo reflects on what easy access to nature has meant for her during difficult times.
A 4th-generation farmer discusses how he feeds a University campus without the use of an irrigation system.
Mary Duckett is a lifelong activist and resident of Greenville’s Southernside community. She has joined community leaders and environmental justice advocates to call for the cleanup of toxic coal tar along the Reedy River.
The owners and operators of Jocassee Lake Tours share what makes the Upstate's waters special.
Greenville, SC
507 Pettigru Street
Greenville, SC 29601
Spartanburg, SC
900 S. Pine St, Ste 1B
Spartanburg, SC 29302
