Apr 29 2011
Department of Education Starts Green Ribbon Schools Program
The National Institute of Building Sciences praises the White House, U.S. Department of Education and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on the establishment of a new awards program to recognize schools that are creating healthy and sustainable learning environments and teaching environmental literacy. Green Ribbon Schools will be run by the Education Department with the support of the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) and the EPA.
The Green Ribbon Schools program reflects President Obama’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing energy efficiency and preparing today’s students for jobs in fields that provide clean energy solutions. Through the Green Ribbon schools program, the Education Department, the EPA and CEQ will recognize schools for energy conservation, creating healthy learning spaces and teaching environmental literacy. Learn more about the program.
The Institute’s own National Clearinghouse for Educational Facilities (NCEF) strongly supports the development of green schools. The NCEF website provides a number of resources to assist communities in planning, designing and constructing sustainable facilities. Visit the NCEF Green Schools page.
