Making green schools a reality

The 17th annual Green Schools Conference (GSC) will be held February 8-10, 2027 at the Hyatt Regency in Austin, Texas.

Each year, the GSC brings together a national community of educators, school leaders, designers and advocates committed to whole-school sustainability. From inspiring sessions and expert panels to meaningful networking opportunities, the GSC is where green school leaders unite to drive progress.

The 2027 event will feature two days of inspiring sessions, expert-led workshops, and dynamic networking opportunities, followed by optional post-conference tours, which offer attendees a chance to explore sustainability in action at local schools and organizations across the Austin area.

Join education and sustainability leaders from across the country to connect, learn, and advance the movement for healthier, more equitable, and more sustainable schools.

GSC is presented by the Center for Green Schools in partnership with the Green Schools National Network.

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Official conference venue & hotel

The 2027 GSC will be held at the Hyatt Regency Austin in Austin, Texas. All conference education, general sessions, and networking activities, including Speed Greening, the Exchange Showcase, Future Is Green, and Closing Reception will be held onsite.

Address: 208 Barton Springs, Austin, Texas, 78704

Reserve your room

Discounted rooms are available at $269 per night (plus applicable taxes and fees) for GSC attendees at the official conference venue & hotel. Conference dates are February 8-9. Negotiated rates are available for stays February 7-11, 2027. Act fast and reserve your room online before January 11, 2027!

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Call for Proposals & Reviewers for the 2027 Green Schools Conference will open soon!

Each year, the Green Schools Conference (GSC) brings together passionate leaders and advocates from across the globe to learn, connect, and advance the shared mission of green schools for all. As the only national event dedicated to uniting those who lead, operate, build, and teach in sustainable schools, GSC offers a powerful platform for skill-building, in-depth dialogue, and inspiration.

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Sustainability at GSC

Sustainability is the foundation of the Green Schools Conference (GSC). The GSC sustainability program addresses environmental impact through seven objectives.

Seven objectives of the GSC sustainability program

  1. Move toward a zero-waste event
  2. Increase stakeholder education and engagement
  3. Improve sustainable sourcing
  4. Improve performance tracking
  5. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
  6. Positively impact communities
  7. Catalyze the advancement of green building initiatives and sustainable operations within the hospitality industry

2027 goals

  1. Encourage, celebrate, and facilitate attendees’ commitments to making sustainable choices onsite.
  2. Source 35% or more of the event’s food & beverage regionally (within 500 miles) and ensure all event materials are sustainably sourced
  3. Set baseline goals for future events by reporting on 2027 actuals related to food & beverage sourcing and waste diversion
  4. Increase education around sustainable attendee travel, and support carpooling and shuttling efforts
  5. Build a bridge between conference partners to increase sustainable operations in the City of Austin
  6. Support the local community through donations and inclusion of biophilic elements

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