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

Mar 31, 2023

School waste collection systems that work

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Mar 29, 2023

Recap: The School Design and Construction track at GSC

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Mar 24, 2023

Recap: The School Facilities and Capital Planning track at GSC

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Mar 22, 2023

Recap: The Green Schools Conference returns in person in 2023

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Mar 21, 2023

Climate change education in schools across the nation

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Mar 06, 2023

Scalable HVAC retrofits to improve indoor air quality in schools

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Mar 09, 2023

Center for Green Schools Announces 2023 Best of Green Schools Award Recipients

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Jan 26, 2023

Happenings at the 2023 Green Schools Conference

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