Secured $2.4 million in NC Land & Water Fund grants for Haywood County flood mitigation after Hurricane Fred.

Helped initiate and design the Town of Waynesville's Environmental Sustainability Board (ESB).

Won a $750,000 grant for energy improvements through the ESB. As a result, Waynesville added 8 new Level II EV chargers and repaired 2 older ones.

Removed 11,850+ pounds of trash from sensitive Western North Carolina environments.

Hosted 137+ events that promote sustainable energy, waste reduction, and natural resource conservation.

Advocated for Waynesville's first electric vehicle: a commercial electric lawnmower for Parks & Rec. Staff now love its quiet, clean, powerful, low-maintenance performance.

Educated 350+ children about sustainability through interactive lessons.

Avoided nearly 500,000 single-use plastic bags and containers in Haywood County.

Engaged 10,000+ Waynesville residents in household recycling.

Helped 30+ homeowners cut electricity bills and emissions through home efficiency renovations in the first year of our ESN partnership.

Launched the Town of Waynesville's first solar and battery backup system, an idea born from the Environmental Sustainability Board.

Supported two local churches in installing solar power through partnerships with Creation Care groups.