Schools are one of the largest public sector consumers of energy, producing the equivalent of 18 coal-fired power plants or 15 million cars each year. Some districts have pre-established sustainability resolutions but lack practical implementation, or that the efforts made are not of public notice for feedback.
Through the assistance of Climate Citizen's Lobby, we aim to: 1. Research and assess data on district energy use, transportation emissions, and current sustainability initiatives to identify gaps between policy and practice through meeting with school board members; 2.Create a platforms for students, parents, and staff to learn about sustainability goals and give feedback on district actions; 3. Advocate for concrete measures such as transitioning to electric buses, piloting solar panel installations, participation in stewardship events and promoting clean energy in general; 4. Encourage districts to publish public-facing reports and campaigns to track progress, celebrate milestones, and hold the district accountable to its commitments.
