Center for Green Schools

The U.S. Department of Education launched the #PowerYourFuture Challenge to empower high school students to lead #cleanenergy solutions in their communities while exploring clean energy #careers! Your school could win $5,000 ⚡🔋 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3BOqMa2

The Center for Green Schools and the Green Schools National Network are excited to once again partner for the 2025 Best of Green Schools Awards. Nominations are open now through November 18! Learn more and submit your nominations today. https://bit.ly/3TUBhiv

Get ready for the 15th annual Green Schools Conference in #LEED Gold Orlando, Florida! From March 3 - 4, 2025, join us in advocating for green schools as we share knowledge and explore best practices in sustainability. Registration opens later this fall. Learn more. https://bit.ly/4dyHeIR

Hear insights from school leaders and experts on addressing the impacts of extreme heat in schools from our recent webinar "Beating the Heat: Preparing Schools for Extreme Heat Resiliency." https://bit.ly/3BfqkBC

Check out our latest resource, Preparing Schools for Climate Resiliency, that provides an actionable roadmap for integrating climate resiliency into school district planning structures. This overview resource addresses strategies for wildfires, extreme temperatures, flooding, and power instability preparedness through: ✅ Tips for aligning existing district plans with climate resiliency goals 🛠️ Actionable infrastructure strategies per risk 🏫 Four school district case studies 💰 Resources for developing and funding climate resilience planning Download the document here: https://lnkd.in/eFVHJBDV

Last week, the Center for Green Schools had the honor of hosting a Planning for Climate Resiliency Summit in Austin, TX, bringing together school district staff and community partners from across the country working to address climate resiliency within their communities. From diving into tools to identify climate risks and financial impacts, to infrastructure strategies and funding opportunities, we learned from school leaders and experts about strategies for integrating climate resiliency into school system planning. Attendees worked together to outline infrastructure and policy strategies to protect against climate risks and craft compelling cases for investing in adaptive solutions. Download the Preparing Schools for Climate Resiliency briefing to learn more and access resources https://lnkd.in/eFVHJBDV Learn more and express interest in attending our upcoming Green Schools Specifications Workshop, which will be held Dec 9-10 in Washington, DC. https://lnkd.in/eYdGwvbk

🌞Missed our latest webinar? Don't sweat it, catch up now! In our latest webinar, Beating the Heat: Preparing Schools for Extreme Heat Resiliency, we explored innovative solutions for schools in addressing rising temperatures. From rethinking schoolyard designs to upgrading HVAC systems and adopting renewable microgrid solutions, leading experts and school district leaders shared actionable strategies to protect students and staff during extreme heat. Watch the webinar and access all resources here: https://lnkd.in/eFE-XU9F

Don't miss today's expert-level, free webinar on extreme heat mitigation strategies at schools, including schoolyards, ventilation systems, and resilient power systems! The panel will share research, case studies, and examples applicable to schools nationwide. Following the webinar, attendees will have the opportunity to join breakout discussions on each mitigation strategy led by the expert presenters. Join in today's event at 1 p.m. ET by registering for free here: https://bit.ly/4cLq8Hj

We’re thrilled to announce that we are one of five US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant recipients awarded to improve indoor air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in schools. This grant will allow us to build capacity among more school district staff, particularly in low-income, disadvantaged, and Tribal communities, making our training and resources more accessible to those who need them most. With this funding, we’ll continue our long-standing commitment to supporting healthier, more sustainable learning environments for millions of students. Thank you, EPA, for your partnership in this critical work! https://lnkd.in/eeK4nS4X #GreenSchools #EPA #Sustainability #IAQ

There is just one week left to register for our free webinar, Beating the Heat: Preparing Schools for Extreme Heat Resiliency. This webinar will focus on extreme heat mitigation strategies at schools, including schoolyards, ventilation systems, and resilient power systems, through case studies and research presented by school leaders and field experts. Following the webinar, attendees will have the opportunity to join breakout discussions on each mitigation strategy led by the expert presenters. Speakers include: - Dr. Kelly Turner, lead principal investigator, The Center for Heat Resilient Communities at UCLA - Dr. Kevin Lanza, associate professor, UTHealth Houston School of Public Health - Dr. Marwa Zaatari, Ph.D., chief science officer, D ZINE PARTNERS, LLC and ASHRAE committee member - Dr. Max Lainfiesta, PhD, manager, Global South Programs, RMI Register for free here: https://lnkd.in/er89T5fM