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ADMINISTRATORS
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Administrators

The Sustainability Department has programs and resources to help school administrators and facility managers reduce a school or district’s carbon footprint and create campuses that supports sustainability practices for all.

Programs for School Administrators and Facility Managers

Implement creative solutions to increase the sustainability and resiliency of schools.

Turn classroom learning into measurable actions for engaged students and a cleaner environment. Get certified through the Green Star Schools program.


Reducing the use of energy in your facilities can lower your operating costs and create more comfortable spaces for students. Learn more about energy efficiency programs and rebates available to you

Sustainable Pathways

The Sustainability Department and its governmental partner organizations have various programs that can assist you with improving your campus facility via direct guidance, training, equipment and materials, networking with stakeholders, connecting with grant programs or low cost loan programs. Additionally, some of these programs are asking help from you to provide us with information to assist the communities that surround your schools.

To learn about these programs and how they can help your school, district, and community please click on each pathway below. For example, if you would like free signage for your school’s recycling and compost bins click on Zero Waste.

The Latest News & Events

Fixit Clinic @ John Daly Library
Jun
7

Fixit Clinics are fun community-based workshops where neighbors, friends, and families work collectively to learn how to repair broken items.

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