Upstate SC Zero Waste Organizations
Businesses & Circular Economy
Atlas Organics
Operates a commercial-scale composting facility in Greenville. Their “Compost House” program offers residential doorstep pickup and drop-off memberships.
Purpose & Planet
A Greenville-based eco-friendly store and refillery aiming to reduce plastic waste through sustainable home goods.
ReCraft Creative Reuse Center
A creative reuse center in Greenville where the community can donate or shop for reused art and craft materials, keeping items out of the landfill.
Schools & Universities
Furman University
Holds an AASHE STARS Gold rating. The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities brings together experts and students. Furman also operates an on-campus composting program for pre-consumer food waste.
Clemson University
Participates in the national “Campus Race to Zero Waste.” They implement Zero Waste strategies for major athletic events and maintain a robust aerated static pile (ASP) composting system.