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Hiring the right electrical contractor is essential whether you're selling your home and need a repair addendum, installing a new EV charger, or updating your warehouse's electrical systems. Sure, taking a DIY approach to some tasks isn't a bad idea, but when wiring and electricity are involved, it's always best to rely on licensed, insured electricians in Richburg, SC. When you need a team of expert electricians with decades of combined experience, no company fills that need quite like Sievert Electrical Contractors LLC.
Here at Sievert Electrical, we've been keeping Richburg and the Tri-State area powered up since 2016, providing the highest quality electrical services for residential, commercial, and industrial needs. Some of our specialties include:
Unlike other electrician companies in Richburg, however, we focus on serving customers instead of trying to make an easy buck. As locals in the metro Richburg community, we know how hard it is to find trustworthy electrical contractors. Like money, they don't just grow on trees. That's why we strive to be the Tri-State area's premier source for reliable electrical contractors who prioritize hard work, fair pricing, and customer service over everything else.
As a locally-owned and operated electrical company, we believe in putting our customers first. We focus on hard work, attention to detail, and stellar customer service to achieve that goal. You won't ever have to worry about unmotivated workers or unreliable service at Sievert Electrical Contractors. Our licensed, insured electricians in cityname, state, are experts in their trade and equipped with the tools to handle all your electrical projects, large or small. From home EV charger installations to upfits for industrial warehouses, we provide peace of mind when you need it most.
At the end of the day, our vision, mission, and values help remind us of what's most important in our industry: you, our customer. As our customer, you can rest easy knowing we'll take all the time needed to fully understand your electrical needs. In learning about your pain points, we can explain the best options to resolve them and provide you with the best service possible. Call us old-fashioned, but we believe in building long-lasting relationships with our customers, whether they're residential or commercial clients. Instead of tricky fine print and awkward upselling, we've built our business on integrity, respect, and customer service. It's really that simple.
By working with our team of licensed electricians, you're giving yourself and your family or employees comfort, knowing that you're getting the best workmanship around. And when you look at our reviews, our customers agree. When you hire the Sievert Electrical team, you benefit from:
It's no secret that you shouldn't play around with electricity. Whether you're building a new pool or installing an EV charging station, hiring an experienced electrical contractor is a no-brainer when your safety is on the line. Why risk your health or a family member's health when you can trust Sievert Electrical to get the job done right the first time out?
Our licensed and insured electricians bring decades of combined experience to the table, as well as:
High-Level Training: Every member of the Sievert Electrical team must undergo rigorous industry training for residential electricians.
Accuracy & Safety: Our technicians excel at attention to detail to ensure your electrical needs are met with care and precision.
Knowledge & Education: Our electricians are happy to share their knowledge with homeowners and go the extra mile to explain the procedures and techniques used to address your electrical issues.
Looking to add value to your home? Installing a spa or pool is a wonderful idea to add to your list. Plus, your backyard barbecues will be much more fun. The process of installing a pool or spa isn't something you can handle on your own, though. You will need a team of experienced electricians in Richburg, SC to ensure your system is set up correctly. That way, you can enjoy your pool or spa for years to come, and it'll be in great working order when it's time to sell.
Installing a pool or spa is a very involved job that includes more than digging out space for a pool or spa. These units are very complex and have a whole host of electrical needs, from heating units and filters to color-changing lights that wow your guests. Having a professional install these parts is vital. Otherwise, you'll be swimming in a dirty, near-freezing pool or spa.
Hiring Sievert Electrical Contractors guarantees your pool or spa will be in proper working order for years and years.
Finding a reliable EV charging station when you're out and about is still a gamble in this day and age. While EV charger availability is improving, most EV owners prefer to have a charging station installed at home. But doing so is easier said than done and often requires the help of a professional electrician.
If you're like most homeowners, you don't have the proper permit to install your own EV charging station. For that reason alone, you need to rely on a pro who has the right tools and electrical know-how to handle the job. Plus, EV chargers need much more voltage than standard electrical systems you may find in your home. That makes installing these devices much more dangerous than average appliances. Hiring Sievert Electrical Contractors to install your charging station ensures it's completed quickly, correctly, and safely.
South Carolina's hurricane season is nothing to take lightly. Every year, homeowners in the Lowcountry prepare for high winds, heavy storms, and even evacuation. One of the best ways to protect your home and family in the event of a power outage is to purchase a standby or portable generator that can power your home when electricity is out.
At Sievert Electrical, we offer the equipment and electrical services needed to keep your lights on during emergency power outages. As an Authorized Generac dealer in South Carolina, our standby and portable generators can give you the power you need when it matters most. Contact our office today to discuss what type of Generac generator is best for your home or business.
It's always a safe choice to rely on professionals than yourself when electrical matters are involved. That's true for generator installation, too. At Sievert Electrical Contractors, our team uses OSHA and National Electrical Code standards when installing residential and commercial generators. We know how to properly install generators, maintain them, and recommend them depending on your needs.
Because we truly care about your property and your family, we always take great care to operate with safety and efficiency in mind. When we're done, you'll know without a doubt that you made the right choice hiring our electricians in Richburg, SC
If you're searching for a trusted partner for commercial electric needs, Sievert Electrical Contractors have the tools, talent, and training to address all of your commercial electric issues. Our team has spent years helping professionals in a wide range of industries, from small offices to sizeable warehouses and every kind of commercial enterprise in between.
Without properly working electrical systems, you can't serve your customers. And when you can't serve your customers, you can't put food on the table for your family. That's why, when you own a business, you need a reliable team of electricians to keep your business up and running.
At Sievert Electrical Contractors, we know how important electricity is for your daily operations. We understand that you need every facet of your business to run smoothly so you can focus on making a profit, not working in the dark. That's where we come in.
Are you building a new storefront or physical location for your business? After your foundation is set and the frame is up, it'll start taking shape. But before you can open your doors, you've got to make sure your building is wired with a functional electrical system. Otherwise, you'll be using candles to light your office.
Sievert Electrical Contractors provides the highest quality new construction wiring for your commercial needs. Our wiring projects are always completed by licensed, insured electricians who are masters of the trade. That way, you have confidence knowing your business is in good hands.
With electrical systems, the smallest mistakes often lead to the biggest failures. In worst-case scenarios, you may have to deal with an electrical fire in your new construction building. Trusting professional electricians to handle the job correctly is the best way to keep your property safe and wired correctly.
Here at Sievert Electrical Contractors, one of our many commercial services involves turning working vehicles into vehicles that work for you. Whether you're an electrician or occupy a different profession, our commercial upfit services will help make your workday easier and more productive, so you can be more profitable.
Our commercial upfits help experts with a wide range of issues, including:
Organization: One of the most common complaints we hear from tradespeople and business owners is that their trucks or vans are an organizational mess. Our upfit services help you get organized, so you're not having to toss important tools into the back of your truck.
Efficiency: With our commercial upfits in place, you won't waste time trying to find all those items you had to toss in the back of your truck. Our upfits let you carry more gear, maximize your space, and ultimately be more productive.
Professionalism: When you travel to a client's home or business, you need to present a proper image of professionalism. You'll give the wrong impression if your work van is messy and disorganized.
Don't see the commercial electric service you need? Chances are we can still help. Give our office a call today and let us know about the challenges you're facing. In the meantime, here are some additional commercial services that we offer:
Are you fed up with spending money on new fuses? Do your employees nag you about weird electrical glitches that interrupt their workflow? If so, it's time to call Sievert Electrical. Our team of commercial electricians will diagnose and remediate your electric panel problems quickly and effectively.
Installing or updating the panels in your industrial facility protects you, your co-workers, employees, and your building from electrical fire risks. Electrical panel installation from our electricians in Richburg, SC is important because it protects your other electrical systems, which prolongs the overall lifespan of your system. Safety is always our top priority at Sievert Electrical Contractors, which is why we believe the right way is the only way to install or upgrade your industrial-grade electrical panels.
Our industrial panel services include:
When it comes to electrical repair services, serving industrial needs is often more comprehensive and complex than those in the residential space.
Industrial electricians must deal with more complex electrical systems. These advanced systems often need different equipment and tools when repairs to industrial-grade elements are required. Unlike residential repairs, in industrial settings, electrical systems are usually custom-made for the facility and include unique parts with higher voltages than in the typical home. And while no electrical issue is good, industrial failures have massive repercussions that can often shut enterprises down when their temperature control, machinery, and automated PLCs are affected.
For those reasons alone, you need the best electric pros to perform industrial-level electric repairs. Fortunately, Sievert Electrical Contractors is here to help. Our industrial electricians have the experience and expertise to tackle the most complicated industrial electric repairs, whether you own a warehouse, medical center, or another type of industrial facility.
Don't leave your home or business in the hands of unqualified handymen or unlicensed contractors. With decades of combined experience, Sievert Electrical Contractors specializes in a wide variety of custom electrical services. We go the extra mile to exceed expectations, because that's how we would want our families treated. Call us today to discover the Sievert Electrical difference.
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After 10 people were killed in a racially motivated shooting on Buffalo’s East Side in May 2022, local and national mental health organizations stepped in to offer support to the neighborhood's residents. Some have since left, but the Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi) has remained, offering a culturally affirming form of counseling its leaders ...
After 10 people were killed in a racially motivated shooting on Buffalo’s East Side in May 2022, local and national mental health organizations stepped in to offer support to the neighborhood's residents. Some have since left, but the Association of Black Psychologists (ABPsi) has remained, offering a culturally affirming form of counseling its leaders say has helped participants cope better than a traditional therapy setting.
Sawubona Healing Circles — the Zulu word loosely translates to “I see you" — are virtual group sessions in which participants collectively discuss their shared traumatic experience. They're held at least three times a week, and their leaders say participants have benefited from a structure drawing on traditional Black and African psychology principles like community, spirit and the connection.
“The community needed this kind of response," said ABPsi President Donell Barnett. "People come into a space where that experience is validated, that experience is seen, that it’s talked through and it also gives us an opportunity to give them culturally affirming coping skills that you normally don’t see in a traditional therapy setting."
Sawubona Healing Circles were originally developed in response to COVID-19. By August 2022, the NYS Office of Mental Health had partnered with ABPsi to continue providing support for Buffalonians affected by the shooting. The New York State Office of Mental Health did not respond to multiple requests for comment.
In some parts of South Africa, the word "Sawubona" is a customary greeting, but for ABPsi, it's used a bit differently.
“We use the term in the sense that ‘I see your humanity, I see your culture, I see who you are as a person,’” Barnett said. “That resonates with a lot of people, particularly Black people and other minoritized communities in a world where people feel the sting of oppression, racism and economics.” Association of Black Psychologists President Donell Barnett
In a world that Barnett says often aims to render Black people invisible, Sawubona Healing Circles offer an affirming model of mental health and wellness.
“When you draw on a lot of principles that come out of the discipline of Black and African psychology, which emphasizes community, spiritness and the connections that we have with one another, it emphasize our intergenerational connections from even our ancestors to now into the future,” he said.
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Sawubona Healing Circles work to interrupt trauma responses at the root to keep people from developing unhealthy coping mechanisms, including paths leading to substance abuse. Put simply: to "see" them.
Because of the communal nature of the circles, people are not only talking about what they are experiencing and how they’re feeling, but they’re also creating bonds and networks of support with each other.
“There’s collective wisdom that comes from that, which is affirming,” said Tanie Lodge, psychologist and project lead with ABPSI Sawubona Healing Circles. “People feel more empowered to resist the impact of the racial trauma that’s happening. When we don’t have avenues to say, ‘Hey, this is racial trauma, this is how it’s impacting me, these are my responses and this is how I’m interacting with others,’ we internalize it. Internalizing it is what creates the psychological distress. That’s where you see the depression, the anxiety, the addiction, violence and things of that nature.”
Lodge says the process for handling racial trauma is a bit different from the way a trained psychologist might handle PTSD or anxiety. When participants report being afraid or hesitant to go into a grocery store due to the potential of experiencing a mass shooting there, their concern is rooted in the fact that such violence was enacted on their community.
“It’s not like it’s this farfetched thing, it occurred. So it’s reasonable that people have some ambivalence or might even be hypervigilant in a response to that," she said. "When you just think about everything that’s happened throughout the country, some of this fear (and) anxiety is reasonable.”
In the wake of the Buffalo shooting, participants have also seen their racial trauma compounded by other racially-motivated killings and continued systemic issues. Sawubona is guided by what people bring to each healing circle, and is working to help participants navigate both new and old, single-event and continuing traumas.
“We want people to reconnect with their spiritual selves," Lodge said. "We want them to reconnect with understanding what our ancestors did to help us stay grounded and move forward when we had these kinds of atrocities happen in our community throughout history.”
Lodge said many participants have found success in using rituals, affirmations and meditations, to help them feel “in order and not off balance."
Sawubona Healing Circles aren't covered by insurance or Medicaid, and you won't find them on any list of evidence-based practices because, Barnett says, "All of that has to do with systemic structures." He hopes their work will lead to more culturally affirming services as a part of the standard mental health service array.
"The country is ready and certainly BIPOC communities are ready for therapeutic approaches that really speak to who they are as a person."
Those interested in participating in a Sawubona Healing Circle and New York residents who would like to register for training to become a healing circle facilitator can sign up at abpsi.site-ym.com.
A Lander University professor was recently caught on camera comforting a student's baby during classGREENWOOD, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Peterra Richburg brought an unexpected guest to her Math 201 class at Lander University, her two-month-old daughter Aria.“I was really nervous like everybody was going to be like why does she have a baby with her,” said Richburg.After a change in childcare that day, Richburg brought her daughter to class.Her classmates and professor, Dr. Samuel Reed, were excited for Aria...
A Lander University professor was recently caught on camera comforting a student's baby during class
GREENWOOD, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Peterra Richburg brought an unexpected guest to her Math 201 class at Lander University, her two-month-old daughter Aria.
“I was really nervous like everybody was going to be like why does she have a baby with her,” said Richburg.
After a change in childcare that day, Richburg brought her daughter to class.
Her classmates and professor, Dr. Samuel Reed, were excited for Aria to join them for the hour and 15-minute class.
Aria fell asleep after being fed, but when Richburg went to the restroom, her daughter woke up and started crying.
“I thought, well, I could either just pick her up and see if I could comfort her or I could let her keep crying and try to teach over top of a crying baby,” said Reed.
So the Associate Professor of Mathematics at Lander University comforted the two-month-old while teaching the day’s lesson.
“Some of my students were like, oh my goodness, he just picked up this baby. And I quickly reassured them I’m a dad, I know what I’m doing. Everything is going to be okay,” he said.
Richburg took some photos of Reed holding her child and shared them on social media.
“From the time I told my advisor that I was pregnant and like I was scared I was going to leave Lander, move back to Charleston and just go to Charleston Southern and be two years behind. I was like I have to leave because I was like I don’t know what I was going to do but they helped me every step of the way,” she said.
On top of studying Elementary Education, Richburg is raising her newborn, commutes an hour one way to get to class, and drives DoorDash some nights to earn extra money.
“It’s hard, but I got it,” said Richburg.
Doctor Reed wants to help Richburg achieve her goals in any way he can, just like many other professors at Lander University.
“She is just such a bright and capable student I really couldn’t be more proud,” he says. “We’re dedicated to serving our students.”
Reed says Aria is welcome back to his class anytime. However, while Richburg wants to bring her back to campus at some point, she doesn’t know if Aria will be in attendance for Math 201 again anytime soon.
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YORK COUNTY, S.C. (CN2 NEWS) – The York County Sheriff’s Office says its investigating three inmate overdose cases.Leaders say the overdoses occurred inside one housing unit at the York County Detention Center.Below is the official release from the sheriff’s office.YORK COUNTY, SC – York County Detention Officers are investigating three inmate overdose cases inside one housing unit at the York County Detention Center. Between September 7, 2022 at 11:30 p.m. and September 8, 2022 at 12:15 a.m.,...
YORK COUNTY, S.C. (CN2 NEWS) – The York County Sheriff’s Office says its investigating three inmate overdose cases.
Leaders say the overdoses occurred inside one housing unit at the York County Detention Center.
Below is the official release from the sheriff’s office.
YORK COUNTY, SC – York County Detention Officers are investigating three inmate overdose cases inside one housing unit at the York County Detention Center. Between September 7, 2022 at 11:30 p.m. and September 8, 2022 at 12:15 a.m., three inmates were found by officers unresponsive in their cells. NARCAN was immediately administered to the inmates and all were taken to local hospital facilities by EMS for further assessment and care.
The first inmate was found around 11:30 p.m. As a precaution, detention staff increased inmate well-being checks from every 30-minutes to 15-minutes. During these checks two more inmates were found unresponsive.
The initial investigation has concluded that on September 6th, information was given to detention staff about possible pills being distributed in a specific housing unit.
Working on this information, detention staff conducted a search of the suspected housing unit.
During the search, inmate Tyquan Rodriguez Green, 25, of Charlotte, NC, was attempting to dispose of 95 pressed fentanyl pills in a toilet.
Detention staff were able to retrieve the pills before they were flushed.
He was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute a Schedule II Narcotic and Possession of Contraband.
A follow up search of the housing unit was conducted during the day on September 7th, and inmates Keon Arquis Davis, 27, of Rock Hill, and Tyler Mitchell Fesperman, 27, of Rock Hill, were found to be in possession of approximately 40 pills. Both were also charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute a Schedule II Narcotic and Possession of Contraband.
One of the inmates that overdosed on the night of September 7th, Jacob Dwayne Hall, 29, of Clover, SC, was found to be in possession of 24 pills.
Hall was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute a Schedule II Narcotic and Possession of Contraband. Hall’s cellmate Leroy Westberry III, 30, of Rock Hill, was also charged the same. Inmate Westberry did not overdose.
The two other inmates that overdosed, Colton Lukas Haire, 25, of Fort Mill, and Trampus Keith Faile, 46, of Richburg, SC did not have additional pills in their possession and were not criminally charged.
“It is clearly disturbing as to how these pills were brought into the facility, and even more so the life-threatening risk that the inmates posed on themselves by taking such a dangerous narcotic,” said Sheriff Kevin Tolson.
After the overdose incidents another intense shake down search of the housing unit was conducted, and no additional pills or contraband were located.
“We are searching the entire facility and all inmates for any further pills,” said Tolson. “This is the first time that this large of an amount of contraband has made it past our stringent security screenings, and we will work to prevent something like this to happen again.”
It is unclear how Tyquan Green, who has been in custody at the YCDC since August 25, brought the pills into the facility. During the arrest and booking process all inmates are physically searched several times and put through a body scanner.
The pills were not discovered or seen during those searches.
Additional housing unit searches have not found any more pills.
All inmates taken to the hospital have since been returned to the YCDC. The investigation is ongoing.
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$423 million investment will create 496 new jobs over the next eight years COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that ...
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Governor Henry McMaster and the S.C. Department of Commerce today announced that E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo), a global wine and spirits company, will build a new state-of-the-art production facility and distribution center in Chester County to support future business growth and its long-term innovation plans. The $423 million investment will create 496 new jobs over the next eight years.
“Gallo’s investment will transform Chester County and contribute greatly to South Carolina’s economic prosperity. Creating a business environment in which world-class brands can grow and thrive is critical to South Carolina’s long-term economic success, especially in our rural communities,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “We are glad for their partnership and look forward to a long and fruitful relationship.”
Providing bottling and canning capacity as well as warehousing and distribution for the company’s growing portfolio of wine and spirit brands, the new South Carolina facility will allow Gallo to better meet customer demand on the East Coast, while reducing its overall carbon footprint. Given Chester County’s proximity to the Port of Charleston, this new location will also serve as a hub for Gallo’s import and export business.
“We could not be more appreciative of the collaboration and support shown by the state of South Carolina, the South Carolina Department of Commerce, and those in Chester County along with all of the public and private entities who have embraced this project throughout the planning process and have welcomed us to the community,” said Gallo CEO, Ernest J. Gallo.
Construction on the new facility is set to begin almost immediately, with the first phase of the project on track to be completed in October of 2022. Gallo is working closely with readySC to prepare for hiring and various workforce training needs. Individuals interested in joining the Gallo team should visit www.gallocareers.com/southcarolina for more information.
The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to this project. A $16 million Rural Infrastructure Fund grant was also awarded to Chester County to assist with costs of the project.
Last month, the S.C. Department of Commerce went before the Joint Bond Review Committee and the State Fiscal Accountability Authority and received authorization for $8 million in bonds to offset costs of off-site mitigation under the Economic Development Bond Act.
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“Cheers to E. & J. Gallo Winery on today’s big announcement that the company is establishing operations in South Carolina. We often say economic development is a team sport in S.C., and this project demonstrates the true collaboration on the local and state levels and beyond. Gallo’s $423 million investment and the 496 new jobs in Chester County will transform the region. We take pride in our state’s business-friendly environment, and we welcome Gallo to our roster of world-class companies within our borders.” -Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt
“We are delighted that E. & J. Gallo selected Chester County as the home for their new East Coast operation. This is a project of regional significance, and Gallo selected us after an extensive search by J.M. Mullis Inc. They determined that our strong manufacturing base and proximity to talent were the key determining factors. Chester County is in a great strategic location along the I-77 corridor between two metros: Charlotte and Columbia. We are honored to have this company locate in Chester County.” -Chester County Council Chair Dr. Wylie Frederick
“E. & J. Gallo Winery is a first-rate, world-class, family-owned company. The city of Lancaster is thrilled to partner with E. & J. Gallo Winery and our across-the-river neighbors to bring good jobs, fine wines and spirits and economic vitality to our region.” -City of Lancaster Mayor Alston DeVenny
“The town of Fort Lawn is very excited that E. & J. Gallo Winery has chosen our area for this expansion of their operations. We are looking forward to working with them as they continue to grow and develop this distribution network. Gallo’s rich family history and sense of community are just what we need here in Fort Lawn and Chester County. E. & J. Gallo Winery has shown that they are a great neighbor and supporter of their community, and they are making a substantial investment and commitment that will benefit Fort Lawn and the surrounding region. We are confident this will help attract other companies to join in what is sure to be great things for the Fort Lawn community.” -Town of Fort Lawn Mayor Carlton Martin
“South Carolina Ports is thrilled to be an integral part of E. & J. Gallo Winery’s global supply chain. This family-owned, California-based company has seen sustainable growth with both wine and spirits. Gallo’s $423 million investment to open a wine bottling and distribution plant in Chester County relies on the ability to import through the Port of Charleston. SC Ports’ efficient operations and reliable service meet the needs of this global wine industry leader.” -SC Ports President and CEO Jim Newsome
“The proposition of the I-77 region as an ideal location for corporate investment is truly validated when E. & J. Gallo, the nation’s largest winemaker, selects it for their East Coast operations hub. Distribution will be a priority component of this expansion and fortunately the I-77 region is within a single day’s truck drive of 42% of the U.S. market, including five of the 10 fastest-growing U.S. metro areas. This location, coupled with the region’s tremendous transportation infrastructure and South Carolina’s pro-business climate, creates a truly compelling opportunity for a company’s sustainable growth.” -I-77 Alliance Interim President and CEO Christopher Finn
“The Lancaster & Chester Railroad (L&C) is thrilled to partner with E. & J. Gallo Winery, supporting the continued growth of their impressive wine and spirits business. Knowing the selection criteria for this project required access to both Class I rail networks and excellent daily service, we were pleased to help them locate a great site. Celebrating its 125-year anniversary, L&C is honored that E. & J. Gallo Winery has chosen Chester County for this generational investment. As part of the Gulf & Ohio Railways family of short lines, L&C welcomes E. & J. Gallo Winery to one of the best economic development regions on the East Coast.” -Gulf & Ohio Railways Chief Business Development Officer Matt Gedney
“Duke Energy is happy to have played a pivotal role in helping E. & J. Gallo Winery understand everything Chester County and South Carolina have to offer. For more than a century, Duke Energy has powered the state and its economy through significant business recruitment and retention efforts, and we look forward to serving our new neighbors in Fort Lawn for many years to come.” -Duke Energy South Carolina President Mike Callahan
Prominent Members of the U.S.-China Business Community Discuss How to Benefit the Local Economy and Environment by Investing in SustainabilityNEW YORK, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Encouraged by the positive momentum for benefiting both the economy and the environment, from May 5th to May 6th, 2022, China General Chamber of Commerce - USA...
Prominent Members of the U.S.-China Business Community Discuss How to Benefit the Local Economy and Environment by Investing in Sustainability
NEW YORK, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Encouraged by the positive momentum for benefiting both the economy and the environment, from May 5th to May 6th, 2022, China General Chamber of Commerce - USA (CGCC) led a delegation of member companies to visit Sun Fiber in Richburg, South Carolina, a leading manufacturing company that recycles plastic bottles into polyester staple fibers. The visit kicked off the CGCC 2022 Member Company Visits series, which aims to engage members of the U.S.-China business community with game-changing organizations and their pioneering practices.
Jointly organized by CGCC and Sun Fiber, the visit featured a business forum highlighting the power of sustainability endeavors to create business opportunities and unleash strategic benefits for local economies. About 100 distinguished guests from across the U.S. joined the event both in person and virtually.
Suosheng Li, Vice-Chair of CGCC and General Manager of China Construction Bank New York, highlighted that "promoting the idea of how sustainable strategies advance the economic, social and environmental 'Triple Bottom Line' would help businesses better understand the benefits of sustainability initiatives." Wei Hu, President, and CEO of Bank of China U.S.A. thoroughly introduced BOCUSA's strategic emphasis on ESG efforts and its strong commitment to the green finance transformation.
Chinese companies have heavily invested in South Carolina across industries and created enormous jobs and opportunities for the local economy. South Carolina Governor Henry McMasters, South Carolina Secretary of Commerce Harry Lightsey, and Director of Chester County Economic Development Robert Long reiterated the importance of these investments in the region and the importance of China as one of the state's largest trading partners during their remarks.
The forum also touched upon the Recycling and the Application Market and included remarks from Alasdair Carmichael, Program Director of NAPCOR; Mary McClellan, Executive Director of Carolina Recycling Association; Anna DeLage, Recycling Market Development of SC Department of Commerce; Robert Taylor, COO of Stein Fiber LTD, and Charles Thompson, President of Arden Companies.
CGCC sincerely thanks Sun Fiber for its support and truly admires its success as a socially responsible company operating in the U.S. CGCC looks forward to more member companies participating in future company visits.
SOURCE China General Chamber of Commerce - USA
