Plastic Pellets

Plastic pellets are the building block of plastic manufacturing. They are intentionally made as a microplastic and are then melted and molded to create everyday plastic items, like bags and single-use containers.

Due to their light weight and tiny size, plastic pellets easily spill into the environment throughout the supply chain. Once in the environment, it is extremely difficult to remove them. They also leach toxic additives when they are spilled. 

Birds, fish, turtles, and other aquatic creatures may mistakenly consume plastic pellets because they resemble fish eggs and tadpoles. As plastic moves up the food chain, this could have long-term, negative consequences on human heath.

Currently, spillage of plastic pellets is NOT well regulated in South Carolina. Additionally, Charleston's port continues to be one of the largest ports in the US for international plastic exportation.

Our community has a pervasive plastic pellet problem, but with proper legislative reform, this problem can be addressed and fixed. Spread the word. Far and wide. 

Join us for regular community plastic pellet sweeps to educate yourself on the issue, and sign up for our newsletter to stay tuned on other actions you can take.