Take Action SC Environmental Educators Workshop

It’s time to take action! Registration is now open for the Take Action SC Environmental Educators Workshop scheduled for Thursday, July 30, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Watt Family Innovation Center, in Clemson.

Hosted by the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) and the Take Action SC Environmental Education Partnership, the annual environmental educators’ summer workshop will feature activities, tours and sessions to help attendees find ways to integrate environmental lessons into everyday teaching. This year’s workshop will include new partner lesson demonstrations from the Office of Regulatory Staff—Energy Office and Clemson University and lesson demonstrations from SCDHEC educators on waste audits, recycling, composting and more. Other workshop highlights include guided tours of the Watt Family Innovation Center and networking opportunities with other Take Action partners, green vendors and educators. Lunch and goodies will be provided.

The goal of the Take Action Partnership is to provide a program that informs, inspires and empowers students and teachers to protect and preserve the environment.

Cost: $15, $20 (for workshop and pre-event tour; also includes lunch and classroom materials). Location: Watt Family Innovation Center: 405 S. Palmetto Blvd., Clemson. For more information, visit Energy.sc.gov/events?id=3344 or TakeActionSC.org.