North Myrtle Beach's natural beauty is at the heart of what makes our community special. From our beaches and salt marshes to maritime forests and waterways, these natural resources support wildlife, strengthen our local economy, and enhance the quality of life for everyone who lives, works, and visits here.
Protecting our coast is a shared responsibility. Through conservation, community partnerships, and everyday sustainable choices, we can preserve these places for future generations. Whether you're making sustainable choices at home, supporting local businesses, or volunteering in the community, every action helps keep North Myrtle Beach clean, healthy, and resilient.
Sustainable Everyday Choices
Small actions make a big difference. Here are a few simple ways residents, businesses, and visitors can help protect the place we all call home.
Reduce Your Waste
Use reusable shopping bags, water bottles, and food containers
Learn what can and cannot be recycled
Recycle oyster shells at local drop-off locations
Protect Our Coast
Keep beaches, parks, and waterways litter-free
Respect dunes, native plants, and wildlife habitats
Pick up after your pet
Support Our Community
Shop local and support sustainable businesses
Visit the North Myrtle Beach Farmers Market
Volunteer at community cleanups and conservation events
Build Sustainable Habits
Save water and energy by taking shorter, cooler showers
Turn off lights and unplug electronics when not in use
Walk or bike for short trips when possible
Recycle Right
Recycling is one of the easiest ways to conserve natural resources, reduce landfill waste, and keep North Myrtle Beach clean.
Residential Curbside Recycling
The City of North Myrtle Beach offers curbside recycling collection for eligible customers. Recycling carts are available upon request and collected on your regular sanitation day. To request a recycling cart or learn more, contact:
Keith Hemingway City of North Myrtle Beach Sanitation Operations Manager
Email: khemingway@nmb.us
Phone: 843-281-3761
Recycling Locations
Residents, visitors, and businesses can also recycle at these drop-off locations:
City of North Myrtle Beach Transfer Station (1220 2nd Avenue South, North Myrtle Beach)
Little River / North Myrtle Beach Recycling Center (11145 Highway 90, Little River)
Horry County SWA Landfill Convenience Center (1886 Highway 90, Conway)
Proper Recycling Habits
Not sure what belongs in your recycling bin? The Horry County Solid Waste Authority Recycling Handbook explains what can and cannot be recycled, where to dispose of specialty items, and provides additional recycling resources throughout Horry County.
Sustainability in Action
Creating a more sustainable community takes all of us.
Reducing Single-Use Plastics
North Myrtle Beach was one of the first communities in South Carolina to adopt a single-use plastic bag ordinance, helping reduce litter and protect our beaches, marshes, waterways, and wildlife.
Embrace Reusables
Choosing reusable shopping bags, water bottles, coffee cups, and food containers is one of the easiest ways to reduce waste. Whether you're shopping, dining out, or spending the day at the beach, reusable alternatives help keep plastic out of our waterways and protect the coastal environment we all enjoy.
A Community Commitment
Residents, businesses, and community organizations are making a difference every day through conservation projects, recycling programs, sustainable business practices, and environmental education. Together, these efforts help keep North Myrtle Beach clean, resilient, and welcoming for generations to come.
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