Why EnergySmart Schools?

•Schools are a great place to teach the nation’s children about energy and resource conservation.

•Schools spend more on energy than any other expense except personnel.

•A high-performance school doesn’t have to cost more to construct than a conventionally built school.

•High-performance schools can lower a school district’s operating costs by up to 30%.

•Energy is one of the few expenses a school can reduce without sacrificing educational quality.

•Schools are central to the communities they serve and should reflect community values – like energy and resource conservation.

For more information visit http://www1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/energysmartschools/