Special thanks to:
- The Blocker Foundation
- U.S. Dept. of Energy with support from Senator Mark R. Warner and Senator Timothy M. Kaine
SmartFlower
Meet Daisy, our SmartFlower!
Named after Girl Scouts’ Founder, Juliette Gordon Low, whose nickname was Daisy, our SmartFlower uses advanced robotics and automation to track the sun, making up to 40% more energy than traditional stationary solar panels.
This installation is part of our Council’s promise to the environment, promoting initiatives that contribute to sustainability, efficient use of energy, and reduced electrical consumption.
Daisy was dedicated during a ceremony at her home, A Place for Girls, on October 2, 2023.
How Daisy Works 
How much clean energy does a SmartFlower generate in one hour?
Daisy the SmartFlower and Solar Power
Included in these lesson plans are fun activities you can do with your Girl Scout(s) to learn more about Daisy the SmartFlower, resources, energy, the sun, and making observations. Many of these activities count towards earning various Girl Scout badges, too! If you visit A Place for Girls, be sure to stop by the lobby to view Daisy’s real-time energy output data on a special monitor!
These educational materials have been made possible by a grant from the Department of Energy.
Solar and STEM Events
Think Like an Engineer Journey 042626
Start Date: Sun Apr 26, 9:00 AM EDT
End Date: Sun Apr 26, 4:00 PM EDT
STEM Club - Solar Energy 051726
Start Date: Sun May 17, 9:30 AM EDT
End Date: Sun May 17, 1:30 PM EDT
