Our four pillars connect Oglebay’s environmental values with its public mission, ensuring every effort strengthens both the land and the people who enjoy it.
1,405 lbs. of greens and herbs grown and used in Oglebay's kitchens.
25 raptors rehabilitated and released back into the wild in 2025.
500+ lbs. of surplus food donated to the Wheeling Soup Kitchen.
Over 2,500 net tons of CO2e removed through forest management efforts.
Creating a Brighter Tomorrow
Sustainability today ensures a better tomorrow. Join Oglebay in preserving our 2,000-acre West Virginia park for future generations to enjoy.
Creating a Brighter Tomorrow
Sustainability today ensures a better tomorrow. Join Oglebay in preserving our 2,000-acre West Virginia park for future generations to enjoy.
Covering over 2,000 acres of forests, gardens, and waterways, Oglebay is both a recreational destination and a thriving natural ecosystem.
Through the EQT Forestry Management Plan, 1,000 acres of woodland saw improved biodiversity, stronger forest health, and increased carbon capture. Wildlife conservation efforts expanded at the Good Zoo with endangered species programs, raptor rehabilitation, and habitat enhancements. More than 20 new water refill stations help reduce single-use plastics and support water conservation across the park.
People are at the heart of Oglebay’s sustainability mission. Team members, guests, and neighbors shape a culture built on care, responsibility, and connection.
Serve First leadership and inclusion training builds a strong foundation of service and belonging across the organization. Employee wellness programs encourage use of trails and gardens for health and renewal. Community partnerships expand access to environmental education, volunteer opportunities, and shared purpose.
Oglebay is committed to long-term energy resilience by cutting emissions and increasing efficiency throughout park operations.
A partnership with IMC Solar is underway to bring solar infrastructure to the property, reducing dependence on fossil fuels. Energy-saving upgrades like LED lighting and motion sensors have been added in new construction and low-use areas to boost efficiency and safety. Smart energy systems help minimize waste by adjusting usage during peak and off-peak hours.
Oglebay’s waste strategy focuses on reusing resources and significantly reducing landfill impact across the park.
Composting produced over 12 tons of nutrient-rich material for gardens and animal habitats. Forestry waste was transformed into biochar, a long-lasting soil enhancer that locks in carbon for up to 1,000 years. Used fryer grease was recycled into biofuel, and cardboard was repurposed as bedding for zoo animals. Through the Trex program, 1,016 pounds of plastic became a new bench at the Good Zoo. A partnership with the Ohio County Solid Waste Authority expanded recycling across the park, helping Oglebay divert nearly 30 percent of its waste from landfills.
Sustainability in Action
Explore Oglebay’s hydroponic Grow Lab—where sustainable farming meets innovation here in West Virginia. This hands-on space produces fresh greens and herbs served across the resort, connecting guests to the flavors of the land.
