The board’s purpose is to provide the town with expert advice and guidance toward its goal of achieving carbon neutrality and net zero emissions by 2050. The board will recommend strategies that provide cost savings and other benefits to the town, its residents and businesses.

Candidates should be from or significantly connected to Haywood County and have knowledge of energy and transportation efficiency, renewable energy systems, conservation, green building, ecology, environmental science, climate change or forestry and agricultural practices. For more information, or to obtain an application, contact Town Clerk Candace Poolton at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  or 828.452.2491.