Flint Energies donated $10,000 to the Museum of Aviation to assist in the construction of an outdoor classroom for use by Middle Georgia students. Flint made the contribution from funds generated by its former members’ unclaimed capital credits.
 
“Flint Energies focuses on improving the quality of life for Middle Georgia residents. We invest heavily in education, as it is one of the seven cooperative principles co-ops were founded on,” said Flint VP of Cooperative Communications Marian McLemore. “We believe that this outdoor classroom will inspire the next generation to find ways to improve existing or create new renewable energy and agriculture technologies.”
 
The new, completely self-sustainable outdoor classroom will allow students to learn about renewable energies, like wind and solar power, through the use of solar panels and wind turbines. A water filtration system will supply filtered rainwater to the outdoor sink, greenhouse and herb garden. Students will learn about soil erosion, weather and conservation efforts through agriculture classes that will include hands-on herb and vegetable gardening, greenhouse farming, sustainability and space conservation. The classroom is the newest addition to the Museum of Aviation’s Education Center.
 
The Center operates interactive programs focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and history-focused education programs and field trips for learners ages 4 to adult.