Building off the important progress made by the development of SCDES's State Water Plan and the establishment of WaterSC by Gov. Henry McMaster, the inaugural 2026 SCDES Water Summit will bring together South Carolina’s foremost water experts and stewards to advance the conversation on effective use and sustainable management of South Carolina’s natural water resources.
While South Carolina is abundant with clear-flowing rivers, radiant lakes and rich underground aquifers, the unprecedented economic and population growth our state is experiencing require proactive, data-driven planning to protect one of our most essential resources.
Join us for a day of collaboration and connection, all centered on protecting and preserving South Carolina’s lakes, water and aquifers, now and for generations to come.
2026 SCDES Water Summit
Date: Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Columbia, S.C.
By planning together now, we ensure that future generations inherit a state where water remains clean, abundant, and life-giving.
Coming soon: agenda, presenters, breakout topics, lunch details and more!