The Circular Economy
Industries are engaged in re-envisioning waste as an economic engine for the future of South Carolina.
Reducing, reusing, repairing, and repurposing materials for production and consumption in SC not only lowers emissions and protects our natural resources, it creates innovative solutions, reduces costs, increases profits, and saves consumers money.
Industries in SC are engaged in the circular economy, re-envisioning our waste as an economic engine for our future.
That’s why the Circular Economy is key to Sustain SC’s work in creating a sustainable South Carolina. We work with our members and partners to reduce waste by creating business solutions, including understanding the economics of end product demand and recycling form.
Sustain SC’s CEO Leslie Skardon and Sr. VP Cynthia Davis talk to SC Lt. Governor, Pamela Evette, during the 2024 Recycling Day at the SC Statehouse.
Strategic Actions
TOGETHER, OUR ACCELERATOR WORKING GROUP IS ADVANCING THE FOLLOWING INITIATIVES:
Conducting state-wide recycling gap analysis and needs assessment with the SC Department of Commerce.
Setting objectives for best practices analysis and data collection through potential Litter Study
Co-hosting Recycling Forums and Legislative Education Series
Case Study
Companies Building the Circular Economy
Read more about how global companies like Coca-Cola Consolidated are harnessing the economic opportunity in South Carolina and helping build the circular economy by capturing plastic waste.
We are implementing the roadmap to Sustain South Carolina.
Learn more about the other Accelerators that drive our strategic plan. this strategic plan.