Innovation

The S.C. Commerce Department along with Build Carolina and the S.C. Council on Competitiveness come together to created Build Carolina, which they hope will prepare graduates for careers in one of the state’s quickly growing fields. … Read More

Environmental services company GeoMat LLC received a $50,000 research grant from the nonprofit economic development organization. The company uses nontoxic nanoparticles to remove oil from contaminated water and soil. … Read More

The grants are part of the department’s Relentless Challenge program, which supports technological innovation in local initiatives statewide. Since 2013, the program has awarded more than $7 million to 41 organizations. … Read More

More than $10,000 in cash prizes are up for grabs in SC Innovates 2020, open to students enrolled in at least one credit course this fall at state college or university. Ideas will be developed using an online innovation platform. … Read More

Innovate Columbia, an initiative of the Midlands Business Leadership Group, launched today. It provides links to area programs as well as information on upcoming networking events. … Read More