Outreach & Education
Our Solar Power in Action
CCRM solar power generation and electric vehicle
This month CCRM solar panels generated - kWh of power. We used - kWh to charge the electric vehicle, sending - kWh back to the grid. By generating this electricity, we've avoided about - lb of CO₂ emissions — equivalent to the amount absorbed by - mature trees in a year.
Total Generated
EV Charging
Excess to Grid
CO₂ Emissions Avoided
Equivalent Trees Planted
Metric | Value |
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Total Generated (kWh) | - |
EV Charging (kWh) | - |
Excess to Grid (kWh) | - |
CO₂ Emissions Avoided (lb) | - |
Equivalent Trees Planted | - |
As part of its general mission to support informed management of the Commonwealth's coastal resources, the Center collaborates with other groups to offer a variety of educational programs to diverse audiences. The Center maintains a teaching marsh on the VIMS campus; offers lectures, short courses, and information material; and provides technical expertise on community projects.
Opportunities to Learn with CCRM:

Garden Club of America Scholarship

Living Shorelines

the Carl Hershner Teaching Marsh

Tidal Wetlands Workshops

Shoreline Evaluation Programs
Extension Projects – Using CCRM's applied research to address local issues