Center for Green Schools

The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council is a global leader in advancing green schools and providing the resources needed to create sustainable, healthy, resilient, and equitable learning environments. We are driving the green school movement by working directly with those implementing sustainability within school systems and offering a wide array of initiatives that accelerate action.

Education & events
Equipping staff to create models of sustainability.

Peer networks
Connecting you with peers to learn and further your work.

Advocacy
Making the case for green schools to policymakers and school leaders.

Research
Producing research and guidance to support school system staff.

Latest news and insights

Nov 20, 2024

Meet the 2025 Green Schools Conference and ADAPT Host Committee

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Oct 22, 2024

Irrigation and native turf for water conservation and land management

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Oct 04, 2024

Call for nominations for the 2025 Best of Green Schools Awards

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Oct 02, 2024

Join the Green Schools Conference in Orlando in 2025

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Oct 02, 2024

Submit a proposal for USGBC's ADAPT Southeast Regional Conference in March 2025

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Sep 20, 2024

Climate Resiliency Summit convenes school district staff and community leaders

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Sep 20, 2024

Beating the heat: School case studies in extreme heat resilience

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Sep 12, 2024

How climate-resilient schools can enhance student health and learning

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