Government
Greening America’s School: Costs and Benefits
A 26 page study that “conclusively demonstrates the financial, environmental and other benefits of using green technologies in schools”
Clearview Elementary Case Study
A two page case study illustrating the use of green features to teach and strategies and results of obtaining LEED Gold in Hanover, Pennsylvania
Rosa Parks Elementary Case Study
A two page case study illustrating the benefits, strategies and results of obtaining LEED Gold in Portland, Oregon
News
Obama Administration Takes Historic Steps for Sustainability Education
The Obama administration has taken an historic step toward environmental sustainability: for the first time ever, the President's 2011 budget has called out as a priority promoting healthy schools for all children and integrating environmental literacy into U.S. Department of Education programs.
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Teaching Green, Beyond Recycling
A look at the Green School in Williamsbury, Brooklyn which laces environmental themes in most of its coursework
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Tips
Green Schools Checklist:
Environmental Actions for Schools to Consider
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