Roseville Utility Exploration Center

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The Roseville Utility Exploration Center works with partners to promote education to students, residents and businesses of Roseville and surrounding communities about energy and water conservation, stormwater quality and waste reduction to ensure the long-term quality of life, health and well-being of our community.Created out of the city's belief that sustainability is a principle to live by, the Exploration Center is a one-of-a-kind environmental learning center focused on bringing visitors information on protecting natural resources in a fun, engaging way. Topics covered include energy efficiency, renewable technology, water conservation and recycling.The Exploration Center is housed within the Martha Riley Library building, which was recently awarded Gold Leed (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. It is the first building in Placer County to be so honored. Designed for active community use, the center provides a lively combination of hands-on exhibits with a Learning Lab for demonstrations, presentations and workshops. Future plans include an outdoor extension called the Ideascape, which will feature exhibits on water-wise landscaping, irrigation and construction innovations, solar energy, watershed protection and more.The Roseville Utility Exploration Center works with partners to promote education to students, residents and businesses of Roseville and surrounding communities about energy and water conservation, stormwater quality and waste reduction to ensure the long-term quality of life, health and well-being of our community.Created out of the city's belief that sustainability is a principle to live by, the Exploration Center is a one-of-a-kind environmental learning center focused on bringing visitors information on protecting natural resources in a fun, engaging way. Topics covered include energy efficiency, renewable technology, water conservation and recycling.The Exploration Center is housed within the Martha Riley Library building, which was recently awarded Gold Leed (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Certification by the U.S. Green Building Council. It is the first building in Placer County to be so honored. Designed for active community use, the center provides a lively combination of hands-on exhibits with a Learning Lab for demonstrations, presentations and workshops. Future plans include an outdoor extension called the Ideascape, which will feature exhibits on water-wise landscaping, irrigation and construction innovations, solar energy, watershed protection and more.

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TollFree: (888) 768-2343

Payment method

mastercard, discover, visa, all major credit cards, amex

Neighborhood

Woodcreek Oaks

Other Links

http://www.roseville.ca.us/explore

https://www.roseville.ca.us/cms/one.aspx?pageid=8715907

Categories

Museums, City, Village & Township Government, Places Of Interest, Tourist Information & Attractions

Other Information

Parking: Lot

Reviews

Jessica W.

02/28/2017

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Great place for the kids to explore and learn. A few of my kids have been here recently on field trips and they loved it.

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Heather W.

02/24/2017

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Just went on field trip here with my daughters class and I was very impressed with the presentations of all the staff members. Very nice program that Roseville offers to educate the public on eco friendly living.

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Freeplay95 P.

02/17/2016

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Everything is hands on, all the staff are very knowledgeable and great with the kids. Very interesting and educational learning on how we can leave less of a foot print on Mother Earth. Fun for all.

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Details

Phone: (916) 746-1550

Address: 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd, Roseville, CA 95747

Website: http://www.roseville.ca.us/explore