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Resource available: Get the facts about air quality for schools

June 23, 2025 By SBC staff

The Center for Green Schools, in partnership with ASHRAE, has just released newly updated School Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Fact Sheet series.These concise, easy-to-understand resources are designed for school staff and decision-makers without a technical background, helping them make informed choices about indoor air quality. With expert input from across the country, the series has been updated to reflect the latest guidance on school IAQ strategies.

The series includes two brand-new fact sheets on IAQ monitoring and wildfire response, as well as updated resources covering ventilation, HVAC filtration, germicidal UV, in-room air cleaners, electronic air cleaners, and disinfectants.

We encourage you to share these fact sheets with school district leaders, staff, and your broader networks who are looking for IAQ resources for schools.

Download the school IAQ fact sheets.

Filed Under: Resources

Bellevue 2030 District Summer Social

June 17, 2025 By SBC staff

We’re proud to join the Bellevue 2030 District for theirĀ 2nd Annual Summer Social, happeningĀ Thursday, June 26th from 4–6 PMĀ in the vibrantĀ Spring District!

This event brings together leaders in real estate, sustainability, design, and community development to celebrate progress toward a more resilient and energy-efficient Bellevue. Enjoy networking, light refreshments, and inspiring conversations with fellow changemakers.

RSVP here:Ā https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1335557611769
Location:Ā Spring District, Bellevue
Time:Ā 4:00–6:00 PM | Thursday, June 26

Let’s keep building a sustainable future—together!

Filed Under: Featured Event

Building Management Personnel, We Need to Hear from You! Clean Buildings Performance Standard Survey closes 6/20

June 10, 2025 By SBC staff

We need to hear from you! Please check out the flyer and QR code below to respond to our survey so we can learn more about the challenges and opportunities that you may be facing in complying with the Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS). We respect your privacy and all responses will remain anonymous, this information will be used to help us discover how we can help YOU better understand the CBPS and assist you and your teams in achieving compliance.
This survey is a joint effort of the Smart Buildings Center and NEEA, the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance. Click here to visit the webpage for the survey in a new window. The survey closes next Friday 6/20 and should only take a few minutes to complete so don’t delay!

Filed Under: SBC News

Last Week to Nominate for BOC Operator of the Year 2025!

June 9, 2025 By SBC staff

Do you know someone who has been improving the energy efficiency of their work environment using BOC skills? Nominate them, a co-worker, employee, or yourself forĀ BOC Operator of the Year.Ā We want to hear how methods learned in BOC classes are helping people make improvements in their work environment.Ā  Click the link below and share the success stories.Ā Nomination deadline is June 13th!

Nominate a friend, co-worker or yourself HERE!

Filed Under: SBC News

Deadline Extended to Friday! Help Improve School IAQ and Energy Efficiency – Take The Survey!

June 2, 2025 By SBC staff

Respond by 6/6!

The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council, the American Lung Association, and Go Green Initiative are partnering on a multiyear initiative to help K-12 schools improve indoor air quality (IAQ) and energy efficiency and they need your help! Read the brief below for more information:

We need your help to understand professional development needs in this area. By completing our 15-minute survey, school system staff can help us develop resources that will support school indoor air quality management that also minimizes energy use (Energy Efficient IAQ).

Take the Survey:Ā https://forms.office.com/r/wPNTa32nYu

Benefits of Completing the Survey:

    • Chance to win a $50 gift card or a free pass to the 2026Ā Green Schools Conference
    • Opportunity to sign up for updates and resources on IAQ management and energy efficiency

Primary Audience: Any K-12 school and district-level staff whose work is related to indoor air quality (IAQ) and/or energy management (Facilities Management, Operations, Health, Finance, Administration, etc.).

Survey Closes: May 30 June 6th, 2025

Your input is crucial to improving the learning environment for students across the country. Take the survey today!

Filed Under: SBC News

2 Weeks Left to Nominate for BOC Operator of the Year 2025!

May 28, 2025 By SBC staff

Do you know someone who has been improving the energy efficiency of their work environment using BOC skills? Nominate them, a co-worker, employee, or yourself forĀ BOC Operator of the Year.Ā We want to hear how methods learned in BOC classes are helping people make improvements in their work environment.Ā  Click the link below and share the success stories.Ā Nomination deadline is June 13th!

Nominate a friend, co-worker or yourself HERE!

Filed Under: SBC News

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