Residents Sustainability Resources

Interactive map of Waynesville’s sustainable resources

• Coming soon!

Garbage & Recycling

Most things can be recycled except: plastic bags/wrap, thick plastic (like buckets, chairs), styrofoam, greasy containers, household glass (mirrors or dinner ware), toxic chemical containers, clothing, food, electronic or tangly items like cords.

• https://www.waynesvillenc.gov/services/trash-pickup 

EnergySavers NC

The state-wide program to save money by reducing energy usage for low and middle income homeowners through weatherization or efficient electric appliance upgrades. Low-income households can qualify for 100% rebate, middle-income up to 50%.

• https://www.energysavernc.org/ (for assistance with applications, contact info@eacwnc.org)

Duke Energy Savings

Do you have Duke electricity? Access these great deals for discounts and rebates for reducing your monthly bills with energy savings.

• Shop discounted efficiency products here: https://shop-depnc.duke-energy.com/
• Or explore a free energy assessment and larger program rebates (solar, weatherization, appliances, etc.) here: https://www.duke-energy.com/home/products

Solar Guide for NC homeowners

• https://www.ncsolarconsumerguide.com/

• The fees associates with solar energy in the town of Waynesville can be found on page 11 of the fee schedule.

Parks & Recreation Department

Get active, enjoy the beauty of Waynesville, be healthy & social! Explore all the classes, leagues, and facilities to get you moving and having fun.

• https://www.waynesvillenc.gov/departments/parks-recreation

Interested in learning more about EV's?

Blue Ridge EV Club

• https://blueridgeevclub.wordpress.com/

Guides to selecting an EV (prices, features, etc)

Note: MSRPs are often higher than actual and many good leasing options are available

• Electric Power Research Institute: https://www.firstenergycorp.com/content/dam/customer/get-help/files/PEV/epri-consumers-guide-pev.pdf
• PlugIn America: https://pluginamerica.org/learn/guide/
• Buying and Leasing EVs: https://www.carsdirect.com/deals-articles/best-green-car-deals

Composting

• Compost AVL services Waynesville residents with compost pickup for a monthly fee. 
  https://compostavl.com/
• Alternatively, do your own composting at home. https://www.epa.gov/recycle/composting-home 

Waynesville Tree Ordinance

• https://library.municode.com/nc/waynesville/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIICOOR_APXALADEST_CH8TRPRLASC