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YMCA Camp Thunderbird’s Environmental Education Center is committed to sustainability. Here are some examples of ways we’re incorporating sustainable practices into our Center.
  • Duke Energy and EnergyWise have equipped our Recreation Hall with 16 solar panels which, on a sunny day, power 50% of the Rec Hall’s electricity.
  • Rain Barrels collect water from the Pioneer Cabin and EEC Shelter for use in classes and for watering our herb and vegetable gardens.
  • Instant Hot Water Heaters in the cabins.
  • We compost fruits and veggies from our dining hall to be used in our vegetable garden.
  • Our new Duke Energy Pavilion was constructed using sustainable construction practices.
  • We recycle plastic, aluminum, cardboard and paper throughout camp.
  • We’ve installed low flush toilets throughout camp.
  • We’ve replaced traditional light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs and LED lighting.

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