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Water Resources & Links |
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Water is plentiful in Charleston - there are rivers, the ocean and plenty of rain year round. So why should we be concerned? Because development in coastal South Carolina continues to be one of the fastest in the region and consequently, has significant impacts on non-point source pollution on our waterways.
Over 1150 of our rivers and lakes are listed as impaired by the South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control (DHEC). The Charleston culture is heavily based around our waterways - from tourism, beaches to boating and fishing, pollution of our waterways will have significant impacts on the environment, local economy and culture. This webpage has been created to provide resources to Water Week participants who wish to learn more about Charleston's water systems and larger more global issues concerning water. Rather than reinvent the wheel, we instead list many links to assist your search for more information.. |
Local Resources on South Carolina Water |
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Visit Carolina Clear for information specific to water quality and stormwater in South Carolina. This website is packed full of factual information on our waterways, useful fact sheets on rain gardens and living landscapes, tips on what you can do to prevent water pollution and more!
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Charleston Water System is a public water and wastewater utility serving over 100,00 accounts. This website contains information on our water infrastructure with interesting facts, data and more. Learn more about their Environmental Management System (EMS) to find out how Charleston Water System became the first water utility in the nation to become ISO-14001 certified.
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The South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control has a comprehensive website on water quality, advisories, water quality indicators, helpful tips on water conservation, State and Federal laws and regulations and more.
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On this website you can Surf Your Watershed - learn where your water is coming from and the quality of the water. Links to water quality monitoring data, watershed protection organizations and interactive watershed maps make this a informative learning experience!
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The National Estuarine Research Reserve System is a network of 27 bio-geographical regions within the U.S. that monitor and research water quality. Of these regions, the ACE Basin Reserve, one of the largest undeveloped estuaries on the East Coast, is under long-term research by the NERRS. Learn more about the ACE Basin and the natural ecosystem that is in our backyard!
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| Global Resources on Water Issues |
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This user-friendly website makes it easy for you to research water-efficient products, calculate your water savings, interactive quizzes and educational resources. The website also includes current links to developments on a Federal level (e.g. Senate, House and Executive Office).
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This fun interactive website is ideal for homeowners, students and people interested in gaining useful information on water conservation and water facts. From games to daily tips, this website is full of helpful information!
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The Water Environment Federation is a non-profit technical and educational organization representing water quality professionals around the world. From technical publications to comprehensive public information, this organization stays current in the latest water treatment and water quality protection.
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The Waterkeeper Alliance, of which the Charleston Waterkeeper is an affiliate of, is an international grassroots organization dedicated to protecting and preserving water systems from pollutants. Visit the website to learn more about on-going campaigns, about their 182 programs across the world and about the latest news stories concerning our global water resources.
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Water Partners International is an U.S.-based international nonprofit organization that works to exclusively provide safe drinking water and sanitation to people in developing countries. Through partnering with global organizations and innovative financing methods, Water Partners International empowers local communities to develop and sustain solutions to their water needs. To learn more about how you can help visit their website >>> |
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