SLEC
THE SUSTAINABLE LIVING EDUCATION CENTER (SLEC)
The Sustainable Living Education Center is a partnership between the Association of Energy Conservation Professionals (AECP), the Jacksonville Center for the Arts, and Architectural Alternatives. SLEC is located on the grounds of the Jacksonville Center and in the office of AECP in Floyd, Virginia.
The purpose of SLEC is to provide interactive demonstrations, exhibits, and working systems that showcase the importance of sustainable living as a means to protect our natural environment, enhance environmentally friendly building and design, and to secure a clean, safe, and affordable energy future.
The main premise of SLEC lies in the belief that interactive, hands-on involvement is the best form of education and that effective education is the key to a more sustainable society.
SLEC currently is comprised of a two-room education center that houses various educational exhibits and displays, a 1000 watt Bergey wind generator, a 102 watt solar panel, a small rainwater collection system, and a straw bale structure. These exhibits and working systems will provide hands-on information to the general public on a wide variety of sustainable issues, concepts, and technology to include energy conservation, energy efficiency, renewable energy, green building, water conservation, recycling, home energy performance, global warming, weatherization, sustainable forestry and agriculture, alternative fueled vehicles, fuel cells, energy efficient lighting and much more.
SLEC is built upon the understanding that community partnerships and involvement are the foundation for a successful sustainable process. SLEC partnerships include non-profit organizations, private businesses, and individuals. Contributions include grant funds, time, expertise, materials and labor.
PHOTOS OF SLEC
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Educational exhibits
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Partnering
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SLEC building
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Working Systems
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