Gov. Henry McMaster Launches State’s First Electric Vehicle Website -
Geared to Help Expand the Industry’s Growth in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster announced the launch of scpowersev.com, a virtual hub highlighting South Carolina’s growing electric vehicle (EV) industry and the state’s capacity for further industry expansion.
“EV-related companies account for more than half of the $10.27 billion in economic development South Carolina announced last year. That speaks to our state’s great potential to lead in this sector,” said Gov. McMaster. “Our business-friendly climate and our greatest resource – our people – make South Carolina the place where the EV industry can transform the future. And this website will help us tell that story.”
“As we work to ensure the state’s sustainable future by attracting companies that can create long-term opportunities for South Carolinians, scpowersev.com will help us expand our reach and show that we are the right fit,” said Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III. “Gov. McMaster’s leadership and support in expanding this sector strengthens our ability to achieve continued EV success.”
The site also includes “Five reasons to make your EV in SC,” a short video showcasing original equipment manufacturers that are making or will make EVs in the state, access links to agency partners and the ability to contact the state’s EV Coordinator. The EV Coordinator is housed at S.C. Commerce and can connect interested companies and stakeholders with state agencies and other entities when they inquire about establishing or expanding operations in South Carolina. Contact the state’s EV Coordinator.
S.C. Commerce unveiled scpowersev.com during the second meeting of the Interagency EV Working Group, held Friday. As directed in the October executive order, the South Carolina Department of Transportation oversees the working group.
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