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

Jan 26, 2023

Happenings at the 2023 Green Schools Conference

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Jan 23, 2023

Building Learners: Program highlights from 2021 and 2022

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Jan 10, 2023

Guide to New Orleans travel and special tours for GSC 2023

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Dec 21, 2022

2022 by the numbers: A strong year in green schools

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Dec 20, 2022

Advisory committees for healthy and sustainable schools

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Dec 08, 2022

Apply for a scholarship to the 2023 Green Schools Conference

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Dec 05, 2022

Federal funding opportunities for schools

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Nov 14, 2022

New report analyzes school district plans to improve air quality and facility conditions

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