Hilton Head Island Goes Green

The Town of Hilton Head Island's continually strives to be a Green Community, defined herein as a community which strives for:

Resilient community, including well maintained infrastructure and buildings, sustainable operations, purchasing & reuse, and sustainable facilities;
Reduced environmental impacts, including solid waste reduction & reduced carbon footprint;
Increased connection to nature;
Integrated design process, including site design and building construction;
Reduced resource consumption, including energy, fuel, water and land; and
High quality of life.

It must be noted that Hilton Head Island became a Green Community long before 'going green' became the latest buzzword. In fact, the Town incorporated in 1983 because the citizens did not like the development being allowed by the County on such an environmentally sensitive barrier island. Development of the Island in the early 1970's stemmed from efforts to create Planned Unit Developments that preserved natural features (trees, waterways, wetlands, wildlife areas, open space), and this technique has been used as a model nationwide.

In November of 2009, the Town of Hilton Head Island released a report outlining Green Initiatives being utilized in Town operations.

Green Initatives in Town Operations Report - November 2009

Please see what you can do with your home or business to encourage going green!

Recycling on Hilton Head Island