Lynnhaven River Now

The Brock Environmental Center, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is a state-of-the-art facility built by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. It serves as a hub for environmental education programs, including the Virginia Beach City Public Schools Environmental Studies Program, and houses a mobile oyster restoration center. The center is a model of sustainable design, producing nearly twice as much energy as it uses and achieving Living Building Challenge certification. With its innovative features, such as solar panels and residential wind turbines, the Brock Environmental Center showcases the Foundation's commitment to defending the Chesapeake Bay and its natural resources. It is also a prototype for climate change adaptation, being elevated 14 feet above sea level to cope with flooding. The center provides space for community meetings, special events, and local conservation partners, making it a valuable asset in promoting environmental awareness and conservation efforts.Generated from the website