Retired Maj. Gen. Thomas S. Mullikin Appointed Director of S.C. Department of Natural Resources
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – In a significant move for environmental governance in South Carolina, Governor Henry McMaster has announced the appointment of retired Maj. Gen. Thomas S. Mullikin as the next director of the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNR). This decision follows the unanimous selection by the South Carolina Natural Resources Board and comes as current director Robert H. Boyles Jr. prepares for retirement after 32 years of dedicated service, with his exit slated for February 2025.
Governor McMaster praised Mullikin as an excellent choice, emphasizing his wealth of experience in environmental law and policy. The governor noted their collaborative efforts on various environmental initiatives, particularly highlighting Mullikin’s leadership as chairman of the South Carolina Floodwater Commission, an initiative that has garnered significant attention for its success in addressing flood issues in the state.
Mullikin’s impressive credentials include serving as an environmental attorney with global expertise on environmental issues. Furthermore, he holds a joint position as a research professor at the University of South Carolina and Coastal Carolina University’s School of Coastal Environment, positions that underline his commitment to environmental education and policy.
With Mullikin stepping into this pivotal role, he is expected to bring a wealth of knowledge and a strategic vision for South Carolina’s natural resources. His appointment marks a new chapter for the DNR as it navigates challenges related to conservation and resource management in the state.
As South Carolina looks to its environmental future, Mullikin’s leadership promises a proactive approach to the crucial issues facing the state’s natural resources.
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