Educating South Carolinians on the “Stewardship Mindset” specific to the areas of Food, Energy, Natural Resources, and Waste

The amount of, and manner to which, food, energy, natural resources, and waste are consumed have significant effects on individual, community, and national health as well as a strong influence on future generations. Overconsumption of these resources can result in a plethora of consequences including financial burden, health risks, depletion of energy sources, and nutrient rich soils. In order to prevent these consequences from occurring to their greatest potential, a stewardship mindset must be established among the citizens of South Carolina. Stewardship, in this sense, is the attitude and actions associated with the responsible management of resources in a way that preserves these resources for generations to come.