South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, Press

S.C. Mining Council Appeal Hearing Panel to Meet July 22, 2026

Jul 20, 2026

S.C. Mining Council to Meet July 17, 2026

Jul 16, 2026

New State Laboratory Strengthens South Carolina's Public Health and Environmental Protection Efforts

Jul 13, 2026

SCDES Now Accepting Grant Applications for Watershed Projects That Improve Water Quality

Jun 12, 2026

South Carolina Government Drone Symposium Returns to Columbia

Jun 9, 2026

SCDES Issues Harmful Algal Bloom Recreational Watch for Areas of Lake Hartwell

May 29, 2026

S.C. Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) Encourages Dam Safety Awareness and Education Across South Carolina

May 26, 2026

SCDES Encourages Safe Swimming in Lakes, Rivers, Pools and More as Summer Season Approaches

May 19, 2026

During National Air Quality Awareness Week, SCDES Highlights Importance of Clean Air in South Carolina

May 5, 2026

State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill (May 1, 2026)

May 1, 2026

SCDES Now Accepting Applications for Projects Aimed at Reducing Diesel Emissions

Apr 28, 2026

State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill (April 24, 2026)

Apr 24, 2026

SCDES Recognizes Columbia Fireflies with 'Power of Partnerships' Award for Environmental Outreach Efforts

Apr 23, 2026

State and Local Officials Provide Update on Lake Greenwood Fish Kill

Apr 20, 2026

SCDES to Begin Seasonal Water Quality Monitoring at S.C. Beaches

Apr 16, 2026

SCDES Encourages Recycling and Food Waste Reduction as New Study Details Types, Amounts of Materials Entering S.C.’s Landfills

Mar 31, 2026

SCDES Begins Seasonal Daily Ozone Forecasts to Help South Carolinians Stay Air Quality Aware

Mar 30, 2026

SCDES Launches Enhanced Tools to Address Abandoned and Derelict Vessels Along South Carolina Coast

Mar 27, 2026

S.C. Department of Environmental Services Wins 2025 Notable State Documents Award for State Water Plan

Mar 11, 2026

S.C. Aquatic Plant Management Council to Meet March 11

Feb 25, 2026

National Battery Day: South Carolinians Reminded to ‘Be Battery Smart’ About Lithium-Ion Battery Safety

Feb 18, 2026

SUPERB Advisory Committee to Meet Feb. 9, 2026

Feb 4, 2026

S.C. Environmental Awareness Award Presented to ‘Save Our Saluda’ President Melanie Ruhlman

Feb 3, 2026

SCDES Opens Nominations for Community Star Award to Recognize Environmental Stewardship

Feb 2, 2026

Draft 2026 Aquatic Plant Management Plan Available for Public Review and Comments

Jan 28, 2026

It’s ‘Good to Know’: SCDES Launches Monthly Tips for Starting Small Habits that Support a Healthy Home and Environment

Jan 22, 2026

S.C. Mining Council to Meet Jan. 22, 2026

Jan 20, 2026

SCDES Offers Free Radon Test Kits, Reminds Residents of Radon Dangers during Radon Action Month

Jan 9, 2026

S.C. Aquatic Plant Management Council to Meet January 14, 2026

Jan 7, 2026

During the Season of Gift Giving, SCDES Asks Residents to ‘Be Battery Smart’

Dec 16, 2025

Gov. Henry McMaster Unveils Updated State Water Plan to Guide Long-term Protection of Water Resources

Dec 10, 2025

SCDES Encourages Residents to Reduce Household Waste and Recycle Right this Holiday Season

Dec 8, 2025

SCDES Issues Recreational Advisory for J. Strom Thurmond Lake in McCormick County

Nov 26, 2025

Residents Invited to Provide Input on Draft South Carolina Water Plan that Guides Long-Term Protection of State Water Resources

Nov 17, 2025

SCDES Encourages South Carolinians to Reduce Food Waste, Donate Unneeded Food this Thanksgiving Season

Nov 12, 2025

SCDES Supports ‘America Recycles Day’, Encourages a Sustainable Future through Responsible Recycling All Year Long

Nov 10, 2025

WaterSC to Meet Nov. 13, 2025

Nov 10, 2025

SCDES Recognizes 13 South Carolina Schools as ‘Champions of the Environment’

Oct 27, 2025

SCDES Reopens Shellfish Harvesting Beds in Georgetown County

Oct 22, 2025

SCDES Reminds South Carolinians to Swim Safely this Summer at Pools, Lakes and Beaches

Oct 22, 2025

SCDES Seeks Public’s Help in Reporting Invasive Giant Salvinia Plant in Lake Wateree

Oct 21, 2025

SCDES Announces Public Meeting to Introduce Draft Santee River Basin Plan

Oct 21, 2025

SCDES Publishes Proposed Phase I Beachfront Jurisdictional Lines Prior to Public Hearing, Welcomes Public Review and Input

Oct 17, 2025

SCDES Temporarily Closes Some Shellfish Harvesting Beds in Georgetown County due to Excessive Rain

Oct 13, 2025

WaterSC to Meet Oct. 8, 2025

Oct 7, 2025