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The Energy-Art Exchange: If you’re a middle school girl ready to power up your creativity and design a greener future, join the Dottie Rose Foundation and Trane Technologies for this dynamic summer camp where you will become a Creative Climate Innovator, learning how sustainable engineering and artistic vision can change the world. Over one exhilarating week, you will explore the science of energy efficiency, smart buildings, and climate solutions, inspired by experts, while simultaneously transforming recycled materials into stunning public art installations, creating fashion from waste, and using photography to tell powerful environmental stories, all while developing critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and leadership skills that prepare you for success in STEAM fields. If you’re passionate about art and ready to exchange your ideas for a more sustainable planet, then The Energy-Art Exchange is your canvas! (Camp offered in Columbia and Greenville, SC.)

Columbia, SC – The Energy-Art Exchange
 June 1, 2026 – June 5, 2026
 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
 Columbia Girl Scouts – Mountains to Midlands

The Energy-Art Exchange: If you’re a middle school girl ready to power up your creativity and design a greener future, join the Dottie Rose Foundation and Trane Technologies for this dynamic summer camp where you will become a Creative Climate Innovator, learning how sustainable engineering and artistic vision can change the world. Over one exhilarating week, you will explore the science of energy efficiency, smart buildings, and climate solutions, inspired by experts, while simultaneously transforming recycled materials into stunning public art installations, creating fashion from waste, and using photography to tell powerful environmental stories, all while developing critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and leadership skills that prepare you for success in STEAM fields. If you’re passionate about art and ready to exchange your ideas for a more sustainable planet, then The Energy-Art Exchange is your canvas! (Camp offered in Columbia and Greenville, SC.)

The Energy-Art Exchange — Greenville
June 8, 2026 – June 12, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Legacy Early College

Designed to foster a love for learning and empower girls in the world of computer science, this immersive workshop invites participants to unravel the mysteries of binary code while creating their own pixel masterpieces. Throughout the week, campers will explore the fusion of technology and art, decoding binary images and translating them into vibrant, tangible creations using traditional painting techniques. The program not only cultivates technical skills but also encourages collaboration through team projects, providing a unique space for creativity to flourish.  Pixels and Paints promises a dynamic adventure where each pixel tells a story of innovation and self-expression. Secure a spot now for an unforgettable journey into the intersection of art and technology!

Location: Trinity Episcopal School
June 15-18
DRF Site Leads: Eva and Chasity
Paid for by participants – Cost $350