Through its own business practices and operations, the Aquarium seeks to encourage others to reduce, reuse and recycle and practice eco-friendly living. What are we doing about it?
Aquarium staff and volunteers are committed to recycling paper, cardboard, glass and aluminum, recycling 31.52 tons in 2007!
The Aquarium requires that its special event caterers also recycle
The life support systems for most of the Aquarium's exhibits reuse and recycle water, which also helps to control operating cost and maintains optimal conditions for the Aquarium's diverse living collection.
Automatic flushers and hand sinks in the bathrooms control how much water we use
We recycle batteries (A,AA, AAA, C, D and rechargeable batteries) as well as fluorescent light tubes and compact fluorescents
Here are some tips on how to plan an eco-friendly visit: Ride CARTA The Charleston Area Transportation Authority offers shuttle bus rides directly to the Aquarium Wharf from all around Charleston. View CARTA schedule Carpool
Save on gas and parking fees too! Take a Hike!
Help conserve by walking through the beautiful downtown Charleston peninsula at you travel to various attractions.
It's easy being green! Remember the three R's: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle! Take notice of items you use in your daily activities that can be reused - be creative. Make the switch - to fluorescent bulbs! They are a great way to save on energy as well as cost. Support conservation organizations like the South Carolina Aquarium educate others about the environment and how we protect it. Learn more
The Charleston Area Transportation Authority offers shuttle bus rides directly to the Aquarium Wharf from all around Charleston. 
