Green Schools

Green Schools: — Use 30-50% less water — Use 30% less energy — Save waste costs by 50-90 — Reduce absenteeism — Have higher teacher retention — Have fewer sick days and lower asthma instances — May improve student test scores

Green Schools are designed to be healthier for students, teachers, and the environment. They provide a healthy learning atmosphere with measureable results.   

Green Schools Resources from Symposia

Symposium for Superintendents and Board Members
Symposium for Facilities and Maintenance Managers
Symposium for Parent and Teacher Groups, such as PTAs or PTOs

To learn more about Green Schools from the U.S. Green Building Council click here.

If you have any questions about the Green Schools Symposia or our green schools education program in general, please contact:

Amy Boyers (H-GAC) 
(713) 993-2441
amy.boyers@h-gac.com

Lora-Marie Bernard (USGBC)
(281) 506-3867
loramarie@usgbchouston.org