Green Buildings & Green Cleaning
Green is everywhere these days. The latest articles on green cleaning, green design, green construction, green products and more are down below. Green Cleaning Award for Schools & UniversitiesThe Green Cleaning Award for Schools & Universities — sponsored by American School & University, The Green Cleaning Network and the Healthy Schools Campaign — recognizes education institutions for exemplary green cleaning programs. Award criteria are modeled on The Quick and Easy Guide to Green Cleaning in Schools, published by the Healthy Schools Campaign, a founding member of the Green Cleaning Network. Learn more about the Green Cleaning Award.
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Delaware district gets federal emissions grant
Brandywine system will use funds to reduce diesel bus emissions.... |
University of Virginia lays out a road map for sustainability
The school is planning a coordinated effort to promote green practices throughout its campus ... |
Vote is underway on LEED for Schools standard
Green Building Council takes next step for school-specific rating system... |
Carlstadt will soon open the doors to New Jersey's latest green schoolhouse
New Jersey governor mandated high-performance school construction in 2002.... |
Green design planned for St. Joseph, Minn., school
K-8 school will open in 2008 ... |
Easy on the EarthBy Julie Hall Education administrators and architects answer the call for facilities that respect the environment.... |
In the NewsBy Cameron Adams When schools publicize their green-cleaning programs effectively, it can persuade the entire community to embrace their efforts.... |
Green Cleaning: A Day for AllBy Stephen Ashkin Stand up and be recognized on Earth Day.... |
Green Cleaning: Open MindsBy Stephen Ashkin What you can learn about green cleaning may surprise you.... |
Aiming for the GreenBy Mike Kennedy Many people skeptical about environmentalism may have a stereotyped view of the typical advocate for green design. But the cartoon image of a tie-dye-wearing, granola-eating, tree-hugging hippie that is obsessed with saving whales is as outdated as the idea that a double-loaded corridor constitutes ... |
Green Acres | Design strategies impact college cost savingsBy Blair Seibert Campuses that embrace sustainable design strategies can see real cost savings.... |
The Charge for Change | Design choices minimize environmental impactBy Jennifer S. Henrikson and Jody L. Henry Wise design choices in education institutions can minimize environmental impact, save money and enhance learning.... |
Plumbing/FixturesMike Kennedy School restrooms have long been targets for vandals and students who treat the facilities with less than tender, loving care. Restrooms also are places... |
The Green TeamBy Charlie Jahnigen The right team can improve a project's environmental performance and lead to the best decisions for the facility, the budget and the community.... |
Inside: Indoor Environmental Quality
Assessing the school environment; Healthy schools guide; School-specific ratings... |
Quality Partners | Contracting green servicesBy Bob Clark Contracting green services can help schools and universities move in the right direction.... |
Setting Your SitesBy Stephen Benz Planning for sustainable elements in site design can help turn a project's interference into enhancements.... |
A Sustainable ApproachBy Betsy del Monte Green building practices can help education institutions increase productivity and achieve long-term savings.... |
The Green MovementBy Mike Kennedy More schools and universities are adopting environmentally friendly and energy-efficient design and construction strategies.... |
HEPA HelpBy Allen Rathey High-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can be a useful addition to an education institution's maintenance program.... |
Bring It InBy Mike Kennedy Schools and universities seek designs that bring the benefits of natural light into their facilities.... |
A Cool ChoiceBy Drew Ballensky Single-ply cool roofing systems can play an important role in the energy-management strategies of schools and universities.... |
A Green CleanBy Robert Kravitz With the right chemicals and equipment, schools can establish an effective green cleaning program.... |
How Green Can You Go?By J. Jeffrey Conroy Entering the "green era" means rethinking long-valued campus planning practices.... |
Hold the WaterBy Robert Kravitz and Klaus Reichardt Urinals that don't need water can provide many advantages for schools.... |
