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Port Royal Today
By the People, for the People
Port Royal Sound Foundation hosts discussion on plastic pollution
Community members gathered to discuss how science and local policy can work together to reduce plastic pollution in Beaufort County waters.
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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The Port Royal Sound Foundation hosted a community event focused on addressing plastic pollution in local waters. Experts discussed how plastic pollution is impacting wildlife and the broader ecosystem, and highlighted efforts underway in Beaufort County to strengthen policies around single-use plastics. The event also included participation from young people who are interested in learning how they can be part of the solution.
Why it matters
Plastic pollution is a growing global issue that is already having measurable impacts on local ecosystems and wildlife. While the problem may seem overwhelming, community-driven discussions and policy changes can make a meaningful difference in reducing plastic waste and protecting the environment.
The details
During the event, Courtney Kimmel, the director of conservation at the Port Royal Sound Foundation, explained that plastic pollution is entering the food chain and affecting wildlife like turtles and fiddler crabs. She noted that current estimates suggest humans may be consuming the equivalent of a credit card's worth of plastic per week. Kimmel emphasized that solving the plastic pollution problem requires changes at multiple levels, from individual behavior to business practices and local policies.
- The community event took place on March 2, 2026.
The players
Port Royal Sound Foundation
A local organization focused on conservation efforts in the Port Royal Sound region of South Carolina.
Courtney Kimmel
The director of conservation at the Port Royal Sound Foundation.
Khamiiha Alameda
A biology college student at the University of South Carolina Beaufort who attended the event.
What they’re saying
“Plastic pollution is a global problem that has a lot of local solutions.”
— Courtney Kimmel, Director of Conservation, Port Royal Sound Foundation (wjcl.com)
“You have to listen to these organizations and their scientists and their biologists because they know what they're talking about and they're they're recording this data and they want to get it out there just do your best to listen and to make policies that that help our environment.”
— Khamiiha Alameda, Biology College Student, University of South Carolina Beaufort (wjcl.com)
What’s next
The Port Royal Sound Foundation plans to continue hosting community events and working with local policymakers to address plastic pollution in the region.
The takeaway
This event highlights how community-driven discussions and policy changes can play a crucial role in tackling the global issue of plastic pollution at the local level, with the potential to create meaningful environmental impact.
