South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff

The PSC will hold public hearings for Duke Energy Carolinas’ electric rate increase request. Consumers can attend to testify and voice any concerns. November 13, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Public Service Commission Hearing Room Learn more: ow.ly/ixay50X3ViE

The PSC will hold public hearings for Duke Energy Carolinas’ electric rate increase request. Consumers can attend to testify and voice any concerns. October 16, 6:00 PM Greenwood 50 Performing Arts Center Learn more: ow.ly/Tijn50X3V7T

The PSC will hold public hearings for Duke Energy Carolinas’ electric rate increase request. Consumers can attend to testify and voice any concerns. October 14, 6:00 PM Greenville Technical College Learn more: ow.ly/UHkA50X3V0z

The PSC will hold public hearings for Duke Energy Carolinas’ electric rate increase request. Consumers can attend to testify and voice any concerns. October 13, 6:00 PM Anderson County Council Chambers Learn more: ow.ly/8lTU50X3UYM

The PSC will hold public hearings for Duke Energy Carolinas’ electric rate increase request. Consumers can attend to testify and voice any concerns. October 6, 6:00 PM Spartanburg Co. Council Chambers Learn more: ow.ly/qkVz50X3UOT

The PSC will hold a public hearing for Duke Energy Progress’s electric rate increase request. Consumers can attend to testify and voice any concerns. October 2, 6:00 PM Lee County Courthouse Learn More: ow.ly/bnEE50X3zBs

The PSC will hold public hearings for Duke Energy Progress’s electric rate increase request. Consumers can attend to testify and voice any concerns. September 29, 6:00 PM Sumter High School Auditorium October 2, 6:00 PM Lee County Courthouse Learn More: ow.ly/IyOT50X31gX

The South Carolina Office of Regulatory Staff is currently looking to hire a Program Manager in Energy Efficiency and Demand Side Management. For more information, please visit the following link: governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/job…

South Carolina residents with questions about Hurricane #Helene can call the state’s toll-free hotline for assistance. Operators with the Public Information Phone System are ready to help. 📞 Hurricane Helene Info Line: 1-866-246-0133

NEWS RELEASE: As cleanup efforts remain in full effect and utility crews work diligently to restore power and deliver essential resources to the areas hit the hardest, state agencies are asking residents to be patient. Read more: scemd.org/news/update-on…

We are continuing to assess the damage done by #Helene. Download the SC Emergency Manager Mobile App to report storm damage and get the latest information on shelters and power outages. App Store: apple.co/2jXnDNE Google Play: heyor.ca/nx1zun #EmergencyPrep #SCWX

As part of SC Emergency Management Division’s Emergency Support Function 12, ORS coordinates with many SC agencies to ensure the safety of citizens in SC. Please see the generator safety tips shared by South Carolina Labor Licensing and Regulation.

Because of their size and weight, trains can’t stop quickly. Use caution at all railroad crossings - wait to cross, always look both ways before crossing and follow the signs and signals. #STOPTrackTragedies #SeeTracksThinkTrainWeek #RailSafetyWeek

It's a startling statistic: Every 3 hours in the U.S., a person or vehicle is hit by a train. Trains always have the right of way. #STOPTrackTragedies #SeeTracksThinkTrainWeek #RailSafetyWeek

The ORS filmed an introductory video for the South Carolina Pipeline Emergency Response Initiative's course on pipeline emergencies. #SCPERI

The ORS wants water utility customers to know their rights, responsibilities, and where to go for assistance when there are questions or problems regarding regulated water service. ors.sc.gov/consumers/wast…

Get your home ready for winter weather! Unpredictable power outages can occur during severe winter storms. Visit the provided link for helpful tips on preparing your home. scemd.org/news/south-car…

Are you curious about the roles and responsibilities of the ORS? Click the link to view a description of each department: ors.sc.gov/sites/scors/fi…

Did you know you could view your investor-owned utility company's rate history? Click the link to view: ors.sc.gov/regulated-util…

It's the Holiday Season! ❄️The Office of Regulatory Staff wants to wish you Happy Holidays!