How to Find Green Schools

As both government and popular culture get increasingly interested in the future of our global environment, all kinds of institutions across the country are going green. Schools, vast repositories of taxpayer dollars, are no exception. The greening of schools probably has more to do with the initiative of individual boards and administrators, but public resources are there to help find and encourage green schools.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Research federal groups like the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency). The EPA has posted resources on the web for educators and administrators and its employees are presumed to be knowledgeable about federal grants for greening.
2. Look up state resources. Each state has its own legislature and rows of offices dedicated to shaping that state's schools. Look online or call a government liaison office to discuss the future of green schools in your state.
3. Research stand-alone groups like the Green Schools Initiative that are working independently to encourage green schools. It might be helpful to note individuals involved and talk to them about future greening.
4. Contact your school district office. The district office should be aware of any green school projects in your area and should be able to direct you to newspaper articles and contact persons.
5. Start your own green schools initiative. As a taxpayer, a local resident has some say in the future of the schools that all of us help pay for. Get a group together and plan for awareness projects that might get the idea for green schools into the district's board meetings.