Creative Discovery Museum recently earned green|light certification as part of its Ignite Discovery Capital Campaign and renovation program.
Spearheaded by staff members Ashley Bosecker and Karen Dewhirst, CDM worked with green|spaces’ green|light program director Kelley Cureton, along with the EPB Accelerator cohort, to identify ways the museum could become a better environmental steward.
Current initiatives include a green roof to reduce stormwater runoff and heat island effect, an expansion of its solar array to reduce energy costs and the development of exhibits and education programs on sustainability and renewable energy.
The museum is also planning infrastructure improvements to further reduce energy costs and promote water conservation.
As a regional sustainability certification, green|light connects local businesses to resources and helps them minimize environmental impact.
Green|spaces is a local nonprofit focused on sustainability.
CDM is a nonprofit dedicated to educational enrichment for children through interactive experiences.
Information about green|light: kelley@greenspaceschattanooga.org or 423 648-0983.
Source: Creative Discovery Museum