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The Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School — a thematic elementary-level school that focuses on the teaching of earth sciences and math — is redefining what it means to build a successful learning environment.
With performance pressures mounting, budgets shrinking and health related concerns on the rise, schools across the country are looking for creative learning solutions, cost-savings and environmental benefits.
The Buchanan Energy and Environmental Research Center puts the education of its students at the forefront — just like it does access to its systems geared toward sustainability and energy conservation.
Imagine an urban elementary school building that educates its students about sustainable living (through hands-on implementation and demonstration) by being one of the most ecologically friendly buildings in the world.
AVAILABLE ON DEMAND This intermediate seminar will look at the Center of Lifelong Learning in Sayerville. New Jersey, a Platinum level project certified under the LEED for Schools rating system as a case study.
Read MoreAVAILABLE ON DEMAND Topics to be explored include the environmental and human health impacts of green schools; the cost-savings and capital gains of sustainably built and operated schools; and the broader social, economic, and cultural consequences of the broad adoption of green building practices.
Read MoreAVAILABLE ON DEMAND As use of public funds is challenged for practical and political reasons, many regions are still in dire need of new schools to update facilities, alleviate crowding and lower overall operating costs.
Read MoreAVAILABLE ON DEMAND Steam still heats many of America's older schools. It's not that easy (or inexpensive) to rip out a steam heating system and start anew, and that's why so many of them are still around.
Read MoreAVAILABLE ON DEMAND: The push to build schools sustainably continues to grow and many studies have concluded that green schools benefit the health, well-being and learning potential of children.
Read MoreAVAILABLE ON DEMAND This webinar will discuss the many things that the New York City Department of Education is doing to support sustainability on a local, national, and global level. As the largest New York City agency, and the biggest school system in the United States, the NYC DOE is uniquely positioned to be a major change agent in climate issues.
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In The Integrative Design Guide to Green Building: Redefining the Practice of Sustainability, 7group's principals and integrative design pioneer Bill Reed introduce design and construction professionals to the concepts of whole building design and whole systems.
EDC's Green Product Buzz Guides bring you the latest in green building products and services from companies exhibiting at trade shows, including Greenbuild, the AIA Expo, Coverings, Surfaces and more.
Welcome to EDC's crossword puzzle. This puzzle was created specifically for the green building industry by Myles Mellor; all the clues and answers relate to industry terms. Click to view the interactive version of the puzzle that appeared in print. Or if you prefer, you'll find a PDF link to this month's puzzle and solution.
