OVERVIEW
Schools can be a great testing ground for pushing new boundaries.
Typically lacking in intensive energy loads, and operating on a short calendar, they are relatively approachable candidates for net-zero-energy goals.
School officials and parents alike may also be receptive to upgrades associated with less-toxic materials or better indoor air quality for the sake of the young minds that will spend so much time there. For these reasons and more, school projects sometimes provide the best case studies for what’s on the horizon for other building types.
IN-DEPTH
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Global Coalition for Green Schools Launched at Greenbuild
December 2, 2013News Brief
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Kids Breathe Easier When Trees Eat Smog
September 16, 2014News Brief
Study shows how urban trees save millions in medical bills, using a new method to model smog concentrations.
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Study: Learning Can Be Harmed by Classroom Design
January 28, 2013News Analysis
A new study from England identifies six design parameters with significant impacts on student performance.
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Schools Cite Health as a Top Reason for Going Green
March 18, 2013News Analysis
A study shows health drives the school construction market-but many buildings lag far behind, another report laments.
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Radon and Schools: A Study in Denial
December 30, 2013News Analysis
Most U.S. states get an 'F' when it comes to protecting kids from this common but deadly carcinogen. Maybe it's time for design teams to take the lead.
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Air Pollution Near Kids’ Homes Linked to Lower Grades at School
August 31, 2015News Analysis
Academic performance of minority students shows disproportionate effects from air pollution, according to a study in El Paso.
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Commercial Composters Put New, Odorless Spin on an Old-Fashioned Practice
June 3, 2013Product Review
In-vessel composters can reduce trash bills, food waste, and greenhouse gas emissions in schools, hotels, and office buildings.
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LEED v4 Tips from Early Adopters: Earn High Ratings Without Added Costs
January 4, 2016Feature Article
You can avoid lower LEED v4 scores and keep costs in check. Here’s how—including the pitfalls you need to watch out for.
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Rubber Flooring: A Good Use for Old Car Tires?
February 9, 2016News Analysis
Rubber flooring is getting greener overall, but tire-derived products are still an iffy proposition.
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Two Manufacturers Offer Greener Rubber Flooring
February 9, 2016Product Review
Is rubber flooring sustainable? The jury is still out on most products, but nora and Artigo offer the best on the market.
