August 20: Zero Energy Schools Are Here to Stay

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2020 | Time: 3-4 p.m. EST

Schools are leading the race to zero energy construction with over 200 verified and emerging educational projects across the country aiming to consume only as much energy as they produce from renewable resources. Recent advancements in building codes and zero energy policies confirm that zero energy schools are here to stay.

During this one-hour webinar, presenters from New Buildings Institute and VMDO Architects will share national trends in the field and how zero energy schools are a critical component of moving the needle to a carbon free and healthy future. Presenters will also share case studies of different schools path to zero energy and LEED Zero certification, including VMDO’s Discovery Elementary School project. Join us for a look into the current landscape for zero energy buildings, why your project should consider zero energy and resilience as the new normal, and best practices for getting there.

Presenters:

• Wyck Knox, Principal, VMDO Architects
• Reilly Loveland, New Buildings Institute

More upcoming webinars 

• Energy and IAQ in the Time of COVID
  August 25 | 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET 
• Recycling and Composting in the Time of COVID
  September 1 | 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET 
• Mental Health and Resiliency in the Time of COVID
  September 15 | 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET 
• Pivoting Sustainability Programming in the Time of COVID
  September 22 | 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET 

More information:

• The Center for Green Schools
• The Center for Green Schools 2020 webcast lineup

We believe that all students deserve to attend sustainable schools that enhance their health and prepare them for 21st century careers.

Our work brings sustainability to life in the classroom and encourages communities to work together toward a future that is healthier for people and the planet. We welcome you to learn and to advance the green schools movement along with us.

The Center for Green Schools