This full-time position plays an integral role in our Stewardship and Land Management team by conducting annual monitoring visits to properties protected by conservation easements, interfacing with landowners, compiling reports, and more.
Greenville County Council had the opportunity at Tuesday night’s meeting to answer citizens' wishes for a streamlined zoning process. In a disappointing split vote, the measure failed, leaving in place a process that is convoluted and arduous. read more
Read an excerpt of a recent roundtable Q&A from Greenville Business Magazine featuring UF's Executive Director and other Upstate leaders involved in the Ten at the Top coalition. read more
As we enter Week 6 of the Legislative Session, we continue to see progress on many conservation priorities, which is honestly the best kind of valentine. read more
Directly engaging with your elected officials at the SC Statehouse is the most effective way to ensure your concerns on conservation, energy, and other issues in your area are heard. Here are some best practices for contacting your legislators. read more
Remember last week when we discussed the upcoming legislation that could bolster land protection efforts? We have another bill to add to the list that would create substantial revenue streams for land conservation. read more
Read more about the issues we're advocating for in 2022 and the reasons we've chosen to prioritize them. read more
The numbers have been tallied: In 2021, our nationally accredited land trust permanently protected nearly 3,598 acres across the Upstate through conservation easements. What's more, additional projects where Upstate Forever was integral to the effort’s success comprise nearly 900 additional acres. read more
Find out on a UF member field trip to Anderson Regional Joint Water System's treatment facility. Plus, read about 2021 Clean Water successes, priorities for 2022, and our new team member. read more
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