Environmental eNews Archive | South Carolina Department of Environmental Services

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This monthly electronic newsletter from SCDES will keep our customers and stakeholders informed of important events, legislation, meetings, permitting information, and compliance information.

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A person in a large battery‑themed costume labeled “Take Charge – Be Battery Smart” walks inside a public exhibit area. The costume has cartoon-style eyes and yellow gloves. In the background, another person is wearing a recycling bin‑themed costume, and several people are walking near colorful displays and signage.

A group of eight individuals standing indoors in front of large windows and flags. Six individuals in the center are holding certificates, while two individuals on each end stand beside them. A tall plant and a display board are visible in the background.

Three individuals standing on a baseball field near the infield. One person is holding an award, and another is holding a poster that reads “Earth Day 2026” with an image of a forest. Stadium seating, players, and field lights are visible in the background.

Sunset over a small lake with tall trees silhouetted against the sky. Clouds reflect on the calm water, and a wooden structure with railings is visible along the shoreline.

Two individuals standing in front of a booth with blue curtains at an event. A table between them displays brochures, flyers, and educational materials, with a banner on the front that reads “take action SC” and shows recycling‑related icons.

A group of people standing on a sandy trail surrounded by low vegetation while listening to another person who is speaking and gesturing with both hands. The group is outdoors under a clear blue sky, and some individuals are holding notebooks or papers.

a woman standing at a podium with four flags behind her

three people standing in front of a screen smiling

American Oystercatchers

Four people in matching shirts with SCDES logos standing arm in arm in front of a boat on a sunny day.

people in a stream with buckets collecting samples

4 people

a group of people

two woman standing outside under a tent

two people standing in front of poster

people standing behind a booth

close up of a dolphin

person presenting at a meeting