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South Carolina protects 62,000 acres of forest in $70m conservation effort
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South Carolina has successfully protected over 62,000 acres of forestland with the Pee Dee Basin Initiative. This initiative represents a significant collaboration among various government and private organizations, totaling an investment of $70 million. The protected areas will support sustainable timber production while preventing incompatible development that undermines ecological integrity. In addition, this initiative will enhance local wildlife habitats and strengthen natural flood defense
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South Carolina protects 62,000 acres of forest in $70m conservation effort
TOI SCIENCE DESK · 11/9/2026, 12:19:00 AM
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