The S.C. Sea Grant Extension Program
Scientists in South Carolina generate research to find the answers to important questions, but their results may be hard to locate, understand, and apply.
Our program specialists are trusted members of local communities who make science-based information, expertise, and education about coastal and marine issues available to the public. They have specialized skills in a variety of areas.
Our Program Areas
Coastal Communities Program
Clean marinas, low impact development, coastal tourism, training for real estate professionals
Coastal Environmental Quality Program
Contaminants of emerging concern, microplastics, marine debris, stormwater and stormwater ponds
Coastal Resilience Program
Weather hazards, resilience and adaptation planning, GIS, water level monitoring, extreme heat
Living Marine Resources Program
Sustainable aquaculture, fisheries, seafood workforce development, seafood industry technical support
How Our Program Specialists Help
Assisting communities in locating information and research.
Gathering complex scientific information and showing people how to use it to solve problems.
Building relationships with local communities and decision-makers.
Identifying and addressing local needs and issues.
Organizing and attending meetings, workshops, and conferences to provide and gather information.
Identifying research priorities for our coast based on community needs.