Lowcountry Economic Network - Beaufort, South Carolina

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Power Services

South Carolina Electric & Gas (SCE&G) and Palmetto Electric Cooperative provide power services to residents and businesses of Beaufort County and the region in independent service areas. Service and products feature electrical and gas power, renewable power sources, surge guard protection, home appliance maintenance plans, outdoor lighting applications and security systems. Industrial users pay less than the national average for power in South Carolina. South Carolina has four major electrical utility companies with 16,000 megawatt capacity. The State has two interstate natural gas pipeline companies with ample, low-cost natural gas.