Sustainability In Style

Oakfuskee Conservation Center represents an ongoing commitment to responsible architecture. Using materials such as recycled steel and reclaimed wood, our dedication to sustainability is also complemented by the integration of low-flow plumbing fixtures, energy-efficient lighting, cisterns, rain chains and so much more. We envisioned Oakfuskee to be an eco-friendly haven that will stand the test of time while minimizing environmental impact for generations to come.

Sustainable Features Include:

LED lighting efficiently illuminates inside and outside the venue.
Smart sensors optimize energy usage with daylight and occupancy sensors.
Low-flow plumbing fixtures promote water efficiency.
Regional shiplap provides locally-sourced character.
R-25 rigid roof insulation and R-30 batt wall insulation provides superior climate control.
1-inch tinted, insulated glass for energy efficiency.
Sustainable raw materials for siding and trim including cement, sand, wood fiber, and water.
Eco-friendly aluminum for exterior railings.
High-efficiency AC with 100% outside air capacity.
Green parking design with sloped grassed areas and trees for water management and heat island reduction.
Oversized windows provide optimal daylight and panoramic West Point Lake views.
Two electric vehicle charging stations for convenience.
Rain chains, gutters, cisterns and dry wells strategically placed for rainwater management.
Replaced 12 loblolly pine trees with 40+ hardwood trees for shade.
Fireplace mantel crafted from a reclaimed tree trunk.
Main lobby features a water vapor fireplace.

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Conservation is a Community Effort

Founded in 1994, Chattahoochee Riverkeeper (CRK), now housed at Oakfuskee Conservation Center, champions the protection and preservation of the Chattahoochee River, its lakes, and the surrounding watershed. They engage in water monitoring, education, research, advocacy, collaboration, and legal action. Over the years, their impact has flourished, boasting a membership of 10,000 throughout the watershed, earning a prestigious 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for 11 consecutive years, and ranking as the 11th licensed program among the 350 in the global Waterkeeper Alliance.

Chattahoochee Riverkeeper also offers a unique environmental education experience through their floating classroom at West Point Lake. They have collectively enriched the minds of more than 100,000 students, teachers, and adults with distinctive and impactful learning opportunities.

The floating classroom provides a dynamic platform for water-based learning, integrating hands-on activities that align with STEM subjects and adhere to age-appropriate Georgia Standards for Excellence and the Alabama Learning Exchange. Students partake in a comprehensive curriculum, covering water quality testing, identification of freshwater plankton and wildlife, understanding the journey of lake water from source to faucet, and discovering actionable ways to safeguard these invaluable water resources.

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Sustainability In Style

Sustainable Features Include:

Conservation is a Community Effort

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