Spare the Air - 2012 Winners

Outstanding School:  Daniel Island Academy

Daniel Island Academy is a private preschool located in the City of Charleston which serves approximately 280 children. It is being recognized for its efforts in implementing an anti-idling campaign and educating staff, students and parents on the negative health and environmental impact of vehicle idling.

Spare the Air - 2010 Winners

Outstanding Business: Marine Corps Air Station - Beaufort

The Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort is a great example of a business exercising positive environmental practices. This military facility established an energy management system that significantly reduced energy usage throughout the base. It has conserved energy, saved money and provided approximately 700 families and employers with energy-efficient lighting and geothermal heat pump equipment.

The Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort successfully:

Spare the Air - 2018 Winners

Outstanding Individual: Mary Ann Deku of the Spartanburg County League of Women Voters and the Natural Environment Coalition of the Spartanburg Indicators Project

In 2014, the Spartanburg County Foundation designated a Natural Environment Coalition within the Spartanburg Community Indicators Project. The Spartanburg County League of Women Voters participated in the Natural Environment Coalition and selected air quality as a focus.

Spare the Air - 2017 Winners

Outstanding College or University: Clemson University Parking and Transportation Services

The Clemson University Parking and Transportation Services department was recognized for its "Commute Choice Program," which demonstrates to students, faculty, and staff that driving a single occupancy vehicle is NOT the only way a person can commute to campus.

Spare the Air - 2016 Winners

Outstanding School: D.W. Daniel High School AP Environmental Science Class

Congratulations to D. W. Daniel High School's environmental science class on receiving the 2016 Spare the Air Outstanding School Award! The school was recognized by S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control during Air Quality Awareness Week 2016 for its leadership and initiatives to protect the air and environment.

Champions of the Environment

The 2024-2025 Champions grant application period is closed

Grants up to $2,500 are available for your environmental project!

Hey, K-12 teachers! Your students could be named Champions of the Environment for helping protect the natural world and boost environmental awareness. Be a Champion and do your part for the environment!