Who We Are?

Cope Environmental Center (CEC) connects people with nature through hands-on sustainability and nature-based education. Our 130-acre outdoor classroom provides interactive programming for schools, groups, and families. We partner with businesses, universities, and non-profits to teach the principles of sustainability and conservation.

Learn more about our Certified Living Building Challenge facility, a model of sustainable innovation, and discover how you can get involved by volunteering to support our mission.

Eco Resources Hub

Explore tools and inspiration that empower individuals and families to embrace sustainable living. With a focus on education, hands-on demonstrations, and research-based practices, these resources guide you toward protecting the planet's precious resources. Discover tips on reducing waste, recycling effectively, connecting kids to nature, and supporting local wildlife, all rooted in Cope Environmental Center’s mission to promote the sustainable use of the earth’s resources.

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We inspire and challenge individuals and communities to achieve ecologically sustainable lifestyles to secure a sustainable future for all life on earth.

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“To promote sustainability through education and demonstration.”

— Cope Mission Statement