Be Septic Safe: Septic Failures
Learn how to recognize signs of septic failure and take corrective action quickly.
Category: Water
Be Septic Safe: Best Practices for Septic System Maintenance
A residential septic system uses natural and technological processes to treat household wastewater from toilets, showers, sinks, and other water-using appliances. When a septic system fails, it can...
Be Septic Safe: Considerations for New Septic System Users, Locating the System, & Basic Maintenance
Discover essential tips for managing your septic system and preventing costly issues.
Blue Carbon
If your summer vacation plans include a trip to the beach, you’ll have the chance to see our coastal blue carbon resources up close and personal. What is blue carbon, you may wonder? It’s the carbon...
Salt Tolerant Plants for the South Carolina Coast
Discover the best plants for coastal South Carolina that can withstand salty conditions and enhance your garden.
Benefits of Riparian Buffers Along Waterways
Approximately 6% of South Carolina is covered by water, with 30,000 miles of rivers and streams carving through the state’s rolling hillside, pastoral farmland, historic cities, and saltmarsh-laced...
Blue Carbon
Learn how coastal habitats like salt marshes store carbon and protect the environment.
Aquaponics Vs. Hydroponics: Which is best?
Learn the differences between aquaponics and hydroponics, including cost, maintenance, and crop yields.
Aquatic & Shoreline Plant Selection
Learn how to select and care for plants that thrive in aquatic and wetland environments.
Improving Fish Populations in Recreational Ponds
Learn how to improve fish health and populations in ponds, including feeding strategies and water quality maintenance.
Herbicide Application: The Label Is the Law
Understand why reading and adhering to herbicide labels is essential for safety and compliance.
Duckweed and Watermeal
Learn the ecological role of these plants and how to control their growth.