Green Schools Conference
Attend the Green Schools Conference
Unlock the full 2026 GSC experience with the Conference Pass! Register to join us in sunny San Diego for two days of education and networking with the brightest minds in the green schools and sustainability movement.
Early Bird rates expire December 15, 2025. Standard rates expire February 10, 2026. Onsite pricing goes into effect February 11, 2026.
Questions? Contact [email protected].
The GSC Pass (Feb 17-18)Perfect for attendees who want to engage deeply, build professional connections, and take part in every facet of the GSC experience. The pass includes access to all conference activities on February 17 and 18, including: two inspiring plenary sessions, your choice of one (1) half day workshop or topical summit, interdisciplinary education sessions, the Best of Green Schools Awards luncheon, and access to targeted networking experiences: Welcome Reception (Feb 16), the Exchange, Speed Greening, Closing Circles, and the celebratory Closing Reception. |
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| Early bird | Standard | Onsite | |
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Member
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$700 | $750 | $775 |
| Nonmember | $750 | $800 | $825 |
| Pre K-12 School or District/Government/Nonprofit Employee | $650 | $700 | $725 |
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Student or Emerging Professional
A "Student" is an individual enrolled full-time in at least 12 credit hours in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program. An "Emerging Professional" is an individual with less than 5 years experience in current industry/role.
Access to the Student and Emerging Professional pricing is available upon request. Email our team at [email protected] if you qualify. |
$275 | $300 | $300 |
| Speaker | $350 | $350 | $375 |
GSC Wednesday Pass (Feb 18 only)Perfect for attendees seeking immersive learning, inspiration, and connection – all in one day. This pass includes access to all GSC programming and meals on Wednesday, February 18, including: a full day of interdisciplinary education sessions; the Exchange Showcase featuring tools, resources, and conversations with partners in sustainability; opportunities for informal networking and takeaways you can bring back to your school or district during the Closing Circles, inspiring and motivational Closing Plenary, and Closing Reception. This is the ideal pass for attendees focused on professional development and community-building. |
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| Early bird | Standard | Onsite | |
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Member
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$300 | $350 | $400 |
| Nonmember | $350 | $400 | $450 |
| Pre K-12 School or District/Government/Nonprofit Employee | $250 | $275 | $300 |
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Student or Emerging Professional
A "Student" is an individual enrolled full-time in at least 12 credit hours in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program. An "Emerging Professional" is an individual with less than 5 years experience in current industry/role.
Access to the Student and Emerging Professional pricing is available upon request. Email our team at [email protected] if you qualify. |
$100 | $120 | $150 |
| Speaker | $200 | $200 | $250 |
Round out your GSC experienceExtend your conference experience with an immersive, behind-the-scenes look at sustainability in action. Join us on Wednesday, February 19, for off-site tours of innovative schools in San Diego. See how whole school sustainability comes to life through cutting-edge design, operations, and student-centered programming. Transportation is included. Advance registration is required. Tours depart promptly at 9:00am PT. This is a powerful opportunity to connect conference learning with real-world examples – and leave inspired with ideas you can bring home. |
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| Early bird | Standard | Onsite | |
| Full-Day | $150 | $175 | $175 |
| Half-Day | $100 | $125 | $125 |
Group discounts
To unlock a 10% discount for your group of 5 or more, contact [email protected] by Friday, December 19, 2025.
Offline payments
Before registering for the GSC, contact [email protected] with any questions by Friday, December 19, 2025 to request an invoice for offline payments (i.e., check, wire, or ACH).
Student pricing
K-12, undergraduate or graduate students should contact [email protected] to unlock special student pricing.
Scholarships
The Center for Green Schools at USGBC and the Green Schools National Network (GSNN) are offering limited scholarships for the 2026 Green Schools Conference.
Scholarships are competitive and available to non-profit leaders, educators, school district staff, and green building professionals representing underserved and/or underrepresented industries, sectors, and communities, or with a demonstrated barrier to attendance. Priority will be given to first-time attendees.
Eligibility requirements
Scholarship recipients must:
- Be 18 years or older and work as either an educator or school district staff member, non profit or government employee.
- Guarantee attendance in person at the live event taking place Feb 17-19 in San Diego.
- Not be a Green Schools National Network (GSNN), USGBC or GBCI staff member or contractor, or hold a volunteer leadership position within GSNN, USGBC, or GBCI.
- Demonstrate a valid and reasonable need for the scholarship, as evidenced by the inability to attend the GSC without one due to financial, location, and/or professional constraints.
- Demonstrate how one’s background or interest in the green schools movement merits receipt of a scholarship.
- Commit to sharing a 150-word or a 1-minute video testimonial sharing the impact of the scholarship on current or future work.
Official Conference Venue & Hotel
The 2026 GSC will be held at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina in San Diego. CA. 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: 1441 Quivira Road, San Diego, CA 92109
Reserve your room
Discounted rooms are available at $219 per night (plus applicable taxes and fees) for GSC attendees at the official conference venue & hotel. Conference dates are February 17-19. Negotiated rates are available for stays February 15-21, 2026. Act fast and reserve your room online before January 16, 2026!
Make the Case to Attend
Attending the GSC is an investment that not only benefits you, but your school, district, or organization. The materials below offer a greater understanding of the GSC and how to communucate the value it provides. Customize the documents based on your needs and use to them to request approval to join us in San Diego!