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Research Results: Effectiveness of Green Roofs, Porous Pavements in Slowing Runoff
Welcome to the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium
The Consortium is a university-based program that supports the wise use and conservation of South Carolina’s coastal resources to create a sustainable economy and environment. Learn more about us.
Our Work
Facilitating and Funding Coastal and Marine Research
Supporting the Informational Needs of Coastal Residents
Developing Resources for Educators and Students
Latest Publications and News
Citizen Science: Encouraging Public Engagement
Researchers increasingly are turning to volunteers who are willing to scour beaches for sea turtle tracks or check a backyard rain gauge daily, and the data gathered in these basic chores is helping propel science forward.
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South Atlantic Sea Grant Programs Seek Regional Proposals to Address Impacts of Coastal Flooding
Funding is available to study the effects of coastal flooding on access to infrastructure and the resulting economic effects in coastal communities.
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Research Indicates Black Sea Bass Remain Genetically Diverse Despite Historic Periods of Overfishing
The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium funded a study to determine whether the species experienced a genetic bottleneck after a period of overfishing.
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Flood Resilience Event Takes a Different Route at Folly Beach
Talking about sea-level rise and tidal flooding might seem an odd fit for a children’s-oriented event, but risk communicators need to reach out to varied audiences.
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