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"Educating Our Schools: Building Decarbonization and Embracing Energy Efficiency"
Author: Jeffrey Sprau
Published In: Facilities Manager
Date: September/October 2022

We need to quickly decarbonize. The built environment (which contributes to nearly 40% of the world’s annual CO2 emissions), particularly our schools, is the perfect place to start. Many U.S. schools are not only outdated, but inefficient. Some districts in historically cool areas lack air conditioning or any form of mechanical dehumidification, shutting down in-person learning during increasingly common hot days. Many still operate on outdated systems that use excessive amounts of energy and drive up utility bills. As those who manage these vital facilities, we bear both the burden and opportunity to bring about great change and create better environments both inside and outside the classroom.


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