SCDES at SEWE 2025: Protecting South Carolina's Waters
The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), is an annual event that brings together art, conservation and outdoor enthusiasts for a weekend of education and celebration. This year, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) was proud to participate, sharing valuable information about our efforts to protect and enhance the state's natural resources. At SEWE 2025, SCDES highlighted two key programs dedicated to the…, Clean, boats, trailers, and gear after exiting any body of water., Drain, water from all equipment, including live wells and bilges., Dry, boats and gear thoroughly before entering a new waterway. By taking these simple steps, outdoor enthusiasts can play a direct role in protecting South Carolina’s aquatic ecosystems from invasive species. Adopt-A-Stream: Community-Driven Waterway Protection two people pose in front of an adopt a stream pop up banner The Adopt-A-Stream (AAS) Program empowers South Carolinians to take an active role…, SEWE 2026 will take place February 13-15, . We look forward to seeing you there! Until then, stay wild and continue to protect and enjoy South Carolina’s incredible natural resources. For more information on SCDES programs and how you can get involved, visit our, website, or follow us on, social media, .Shakespeare Composite Structures Site
Celebrating Engineers Week 2025: Designing the Future
Engineers play a vital role in shaping the world around us, solving complex challenges and driving innovation. From February 16-22, 2025, we celebrate Engineers Week, a time to recognize the incredible contributions of engineers and inspire the next generation to explore careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). This year’s theme, “, Design Your Future, ,” highlights the limitless possibilities of engineering. Engineers are at the forefront of advancements in renewable energy, artificial intelligence, urban planning and more — working to create sustainable solutions for a better tomorrow. At the, South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, (SCDES), engineers are essential in protecting our state’s natural resources. Their expertise ensures safe drinking water, effective waste management and innovative environmental solutions that benefit communities statewide. Join us in celebrating Engineers Week by engaging with future engineers — whether through mentoring, classroom visits or hands-on activities. Together, we can inspire the…, consider joining our team, ! We currently have job openings for, Regional Water Engineers, , who provide expertise in drinking water, wastewater and stormwater programs. This role involves reviewing engineering plans, conducting inspections, assisting the regulated community and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. If you have a bachelor's degree in engineering and want to use your skills to serve South Carolina, explore our open positions today!Shakespeare Composite Structures Site Proposed Plan & Public Meeting
SCDES has completed an evaluation of cleanup alternatives to address contamination at the, Shakespeare Composite Structures Site, ., The Proposed Plan identifies SCDES’s Preferred Alternative for cleanup and provides the reasoning for this preference. SCDES will hold an in person public meeting to further explain the Proposed Plan and all the alternatives presented in the Remedial Alternatives Evaluation and answer questions. Initial Proposed Plan, A public meeting will be held, on March 11, 2025 at 6pm at the Newberry Firehouse Conference Center located at 1227 McKibben Street, Newberry, SC at 6:00 PM. SCDES will accept written comments on the Proposed Plan from March 11, 2025 until April 14, 2025. Please submit your written comments to: Genevieve Keller-Milliken, Project Manager SCDES Bureau of Land & Waste Management 2600 Bull Street Columbia, SC 29201 or by…Peninsula POA, Midway Inlet Management Project
S.C. Aquatic Plant Management Council to Meet March 13, 2025
COLUMBIA, S.C. -- The South Carolina Aquatic Plant Management Council will meet at, 10 a.m. Thursday, March 13 at the S.C. Department of Environmental Services, 2600 Bull St., Columbia, in the Sherer Conference Room, #4380., There will be a virtual option to attend via Microsoft Teams. The meeting is open to the public; visitors choosing to attend in-person will need to check in at the front desk of the SCDES building at 2600 Bull Street. Anyone with business for the Council or who wishes to receive Teams login instructions should contact Julie Holling at SCDES by email at julie.holling@des.sc.gov . To provide for an…, Meeting Agenda, 1. Call to Order of the 146th Meeting 2. Review and Approval of the Minutes of the January 22, 2025 (145th) Council Meeting 3. Public Comment Period (30 minutes) 4. Discussion of and Response to Public Comments made on the 2025 Draft Aquatic Plant Management Plan 5. Discussion of and Changes to the 2025 Draft Aquatic Plant Management Plan for Final Approval 6. New Business 7. Adjournment ###South Carolina Aquatic Plant Laws
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