Sunset Beach: Let’s Create a Thriving, Natural Habitat Together!
The Environmental Resource Committee is calling on all residents to help build a vibrant, native habitat right here in our community. By adding native plants, removing invasive species, and making simple changes around our homes, we can enhance our local ecosystem while supporting wildlife.
Let’s work together to create a greener, healthier Sunset Beach for generations to come! Start small, get involved, and make a big impact on our local ecosystem.
NWF Certified Wildlife Habitat
🌿 Join the Movement: Create a Certified Wildlife Habitat in Your Yard! 🌿
Have you ever dreamed of transforming your yard into a vibrant sanctuary, alive with the songs of birds, the flutter of colorful butterflies, and the hum of busy hummingbirds? Imagine your space buzzing with wildlife, creating a thriving ecosystem right at your doorstep. Now, you can make that dream a reality – and even get recognized for your efforts!
Our Environmental Resource Committee is inviting YOU to take part in the Certified Wildlife Habitat® program and make a lasting impact on your local environment. By simply planting native plants, adding water sources, and providing shelter, you can invite wildlife back to your own yard and neighborhood, creating a safe haven for creatures big and small.
By certifying your yard, you’re not just enhancing your own outdoor space – you’re helping to create a greener, more sustainable community for everyone. So let’s work together to make our neighborhood a welcoming place for wildlife, one garden at a time!
Let’s get started today – download your checklist and join the growing movement of nature lovers who are creating habitats for a better future. 🌱🐦🦋
Why Recycle?
Recycling helps reduce waste, conserve natural resources, and lower pollution. Here’s why it matters:
Conserves Resources: Recycling allows materials like paper, plastic, metal, and glass to be reused, reducing the need to extract new raw materials, which can harm the environment.
Reduces Landfill Waste: When you recycle, less waste ends up in landfills, which helps decrease harmful greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change.
Saves Energy: Manufacturing products from recycled materials typically uses less energy compared to using raw materials. This helps lower energy consumption and reduce the carbon footprint.
Supports the Economy: Recycling creates jobs in sorting, processing, and converting materials into new products, benefiting local economies.
Protects Wildlife: Reducing pollution through recycling helps prevent harmful chemicals and waste from entering ecosystems, keeping animals and plants safe.
By recycling, you're helping create a more sustainable, cleaner planet for future generations. Do you recycle regularly?
If you are interested in recycling, applications can be found here. Need a printable recycling calendar to hang on your fridge, click here. Visit the Town's recycling page for more info.