Resilience & Sustainability Advisory Committee

The Resilience & Sustainability Advisory Committee of Charleston County held a meeting on September 3, 2026, focusing on the development and implementation of resilience metrics and strategies across multiple jurisdictions within the county. The discussion centered on the progress of a multi-hazard vulnerability assessment and the use of the Excelat platform, an interactive tool designed to analyze parcel-level vulnerability data to inform flood mitigation, emergency response, and smart growth planning. Committee members emphasized the importance of interjurisdictional collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and maintenance of existing infrastructure to enhance regional resilience. The committee approved the mission, vision, and strategies guiding their work, with a note to ensure alignment with county council directives. Updates on sustainability initiatives included the installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and ongoing efforts to update the county's sustainability plan. The meeting concluded with plans for further workshops to refine resilience metrics and explore opportunities for coordinated project evaluation and grant competitiveness.