Why EnergySmart Schools?

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