E15 - Empowering South Carolina: The Future of Energy in South Carolina

In this episode, Joshua Gale and South Carolina State House Representative Jordan Pace discuss the South Carolina Energy Bill, also known as H-5118. They provide a brief history of energy production in South Carolina, including the consolidation of power companies and the failed VC Summer nuclear power plant project. They explain the key provisions of the energy bill, such as the construction of a natural gas plant and restrictions on international companies building solar farms. They also highlight the need for competition in the energy market and the power grid's vulnerability. The conversation emphasizes the importance of being informed and holding representatives accountable.