Environmental Awareness

Earth Month and Earth Day (April 22)

Earth Month was established in April 1970 and is non-political. It is a month intended to develop momentum for a full year's worth of work on improving the environment. In this collection, you can learn about ways you can be involved in helping our planet!

Earth Day also began in 1970 and is celebrated annually around the world on April 22. Various events are held worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection. 

World Environmental Day (June 5)

World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment. It's celebrated annually on June 5.

World Car Free Day (Sept. 22) 

This day encourages motorists to take a day off from driving your vehicle and find other ways to go places that will not hurt the environment.

 

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Ferns | What's Wild
Ferns | What's Wild

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

In this episode of What’s Wild, discover the world of ferns and the fascinating reproduction methods of these ancient plants that have been on Earth for millions of years. Learn about the unique...
Freshwater Fish | What's Wild
Freshwater Fish | What's Wild

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Dive into the diverse world of freshwater fish in South Carolina in this episode of What’s Wild, exploring the vital habitats of rivers, streams, and watersheds. Discover the unique and remarkable...
Green Anole | What's Wild
Green Anole | What's Wild

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Throughout the southeastern United States, including South Carolina, people frequently encounter a small yet captivating creature: the Green Anole. Whether darting across garden fences, sunbathing on...
Caddisflies | What's Wild
Caddisflies | What's Wild

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Discover the unique larvae stage of this aquatic insect in this episode of What’s Wild and find out how these underwater architects craft exquisite cases from materials in their environment. Dive into...
Four-Toed Salamander | What's Wild
Four-Toed Salamander | What's Wild

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

In the serene, verdant corners of South Carolina’s wetlands, a microcosm of life unfolds. Here, numerous amphibian species rely on the abundance of moist conditions and rich vegetation including a...
Carolina Heelsplitter | What's Wild
Carolina Heelsplitter | What's Wild

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Grades: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

South Carolina's freshwater ecosystems are a lifeline for countless species, providing clean water, habitat, and a delicate balance essential for biodiversity. In these serene waters, the Carolina...
Gopher Frogs | What's Wild
Gopher Frogs | What's Wild

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

The Coastal Plain of South Carolina is an ecologically rich landscape stretching from the inland sandhills to the coastal marshes along the Atlantic Ocean. This vast expanse, characterized by its flat...
Bobcats | What's Wild
Bobcats | What's Wild

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Grades: 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

Did you know Bobcats can be found on Kiawah Island? Every year Wildlife Management of the Town of Kiawah Island conducts research on their local bobcat population by catching them with live animal...
More Than Just Style
More Than Just Style

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Learn how shades reduce energy consumption. South Carolina ETV teamed up with the South Carolina Energy Office to make our workplace more efficient-- energy efficient. By installing shades in our Idea...
An Essential Resource for Those Hot Summer Days
An Essential Resource for Those Hot Summer Days

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Learn how the installation of shades help regulate indoor temperatures, minimizing the need for artificial lighting and HVAC systems. South Carolina ETV collaborated with the South Carolina Energy...
Learn How Shades are Silent Heroes
Learn How Shades are Silent Heroes

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Learn how a window covering can help minimizes thermal energy transfer. South Carolina ETV teamed up with the South Carolina Energy Office to make our workplace more efficient-- energy efficient. By...
Prescribed Burnings | From the Sky
Prescribed Burnings | From the Sky

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Explore the fascinating world of prescribed burnings in South Carolina from the sky. Learn about the importance of these controlled fires, which are conducted on more than 500,000 acres of land in...
The California Gold Rush | History In A Nutshell
The California Gold Rush | History In A Nutshell

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Grades: 4 9 10 11 12 Higher Education

The date of January 24, 1848 started out as a typical work day for carpenter James W. Marshall, who was tasked with constructing a water-powered sawmill in Coloma, California. While digging a channel...
Recycling and Energy | VirtualSC Energy
Recycling and Energy | VirtualSC Energy

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Grades: 6 9 10 11 12

This lesson explores the connections between energy and recycling. Topics covered in this lesson include types of energy, thermal units, energy costs, and benefits of recycling.
Where Does Litter Come From? | Making It Grow
Where Does Litter Come From? | Making It Grow

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Grades: 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

When it rains, water either soaks into the ground or flows downhill into small streams and ponds and then into a larger body of water, like a river, lake, or ocean. A watershed is an area of land...
Fuel Wise or Fuelish?
Fuel Wise or Fuelish?

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Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

Upon completing this lesson the students will: • Learn how world events affect supply and demand for petroleum; • Explore why it is important for South Carolinians to use alternative fuels; and • Make...

Energy/Water Use Audit
Energy/Water Use Audit

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Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

Upon completing this lesson the students will identify ways to help conserve energy and water usage.

Energy by Design
Energy by Design

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Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

Upon completing this lesson the students will: • Examine how controlling solar radiation can improve energy efficiency; • Discuss home design for energy efficiency; and • Create their own home design...

Power in South Carolina
Power in South Carolina

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Grades: 6

Upon completing this lesson, students will interpret charts, graphs, and illustrations to discover the story of power in South Carolina.

Energy from the Sun
Energy from the Sun

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Grades: 6

Upon completing this lesson the students will: • Measure the amount of solar heat that comes from the sun; and • Describe ways this energy can be used to help reduce our dependence on traditional...

Get Current on Energy
Get Current on Energy

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Grades: 3, 6

Upon completing this lesson the students will: • Understand energy forms and sources; • Distinguish between conductors and insulators of heat transfer; • Recognize and compare insulation values of...