Carolina Renewable Products establishing operations in Orangeburg County, South Carolina

Carolina Renewable Products, a clean-energy company, announced Oct. 7 it is establishing operations in Orangeburg County, South Carolina.  

The company’s $280 million investment will create 155 new jobs. 

CRP converts sustainable wood biomass into renewable diesel, biochar and wood vinegar.  

The company offers a modular and cost-effective design, delivering low-carbon fuel solutions while supporting local agriculture and forestry.  

CRP recently purchased its inaugural site, located at 546 Prosperity Drive in Orangeburg, which will be a next-generation biomass-to-renewable diesel facility and serve as the company’s headquarters and training hub. 

Operations are expected to be online in late 2026.  

The Coordinating Council for Economic Development approved job-development credits related to the project.  

The council also awarded a $750,000 closing-fund grant to Orangeburg County to assist with the costs of site preparation and building construction.    

“South Carolina has a rich forestry and agricultural tradition, and we are proud to harness that strength to fuel a cleaner, more resilient future,” said CRP CEO Robert Bryan. “Our facility will not only provide a reliable outlet for local forestry but also create products that aid South Carolina’s energy independence and help farmers, growers and businesses thrive while advancing the state’s leadership in renewable energy.”  

Gov. Henry McMaster said, “In South Carolina, agribusiness is a major economic driver, and today’s announcement from Carolina Renewable Products is further proof of the industry’s strength. This $280 million investment, creating 155 new jobs, will greatly impact Orangeburg County, and we look forward to seeing the company succeed in the years ahead.”