Plastic Awareness & Reduction Team (PART)
Spartanburg, South Carolina
Spartanburg, South Carolina
To inspire and empower Spartanburg to reduce plastic waste through raising awareness, advocacy, and sustainable practices
City of Spartanburg Mayor Rice (left) and PART members accepting the Plastic-free July proclamation
We collect unused/unwanted plastic cutlery and distribute it to Spartanburg homless shelters
Let your voice be heard:
The Environmental Protetction Agency (EPA) is in the process of deciding if microplastics and nanoplastics in our Spartanburg water supply should be measured and (possibly) regulated. Let them know NOW if you think plastics should be on their Contaminant Candidate List. The public comments period ends on 5 June 2026. Comments may be submitted to the EPA here.