The 240-square-foot building off the parking lot and near the woods may look like a shed, but the Elachee Nature Science Center in Gainesville is using it to showcase an eco-friendly style of housing construction. “It’s a great educational addition to our program,” said Elachee’s executive director, Andrea Timpone, following a dedication of its E-House on Monday at the nature center, 2125 Elachee Drive. “Adding this hands-on component raises our energy program to a whole new level,” she added.
Officials dedicate 'E-House' at Elachee Nature Science Center
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