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Enforcement of federal and state environmental laws and regulations. Permits, licenses and certifications for activities which may affect the environment.

Safety information and resources for operating a boat.

Home, farm and community environmental education.

Within the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES), the Bureau of Water strives to ensure high quality drinkable, fishable and swimmable waters.

Within the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA), the Retail Food Safety and Compliance Department inspects approximately 22,000 retail food establishments statewide and issues permits to new facilities prior to opening. Retail food establishments include operations such as restaurants, grocery stores, food trucks, schools and other institutions. This operation was formerly housed under the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Controls (SCDHEC).

Permitting required for individuals or companies constructing or starting up a facility or process which may be a potential source for pollution.

Within SCDES, the Bureau of Air Quality oversees monitoring and enforcement for both indoor and outdoor air quality.

Explore the categories of laws and regulations administered by SCDES. 

Check today's fire weather situation in South Carolina.

A section of the Forestry Commission responsible for monitoring, reporting and coordinating suppression of endemic pests affecting forest trees in South Carolina.

A reference handbook for law enforcement officers and forestry fire managers.

View current news releases, upcoming events and frequently asked forestry questions.

Required courses for hunting licenses available online or in the classroom. Hunting ethics, hunter/landowner relations and basic conservation principles are covered.

Bureau within SCDES responsible for the management and coordination of all mining and waste-related activities throughout the state.

See what services we can offer to you to help with the management and development of your forest resources.

Programs for youth, adults and teachers on hunting, fishing, boating and wildlife.

Search by name or city for restaurants, grocery stores, open markets, bakeries and more.

Identifies and manages aquatic plant problems in South Carolina's public waters.

Awards more than $10,000 to K-12 students and teachers for environmental action and awareness projects annually.

Free plant identifications are provided to the public through the University of South Carolina (USC).

Quality environmental education for undergraduate and graduate students through USC.