Where do we learn?
The building and operations petal revolves around the physical learning environment. How can the organization's building and operations contribute to sustainability? How can the building be an inspiring place to learn? What choices, measures, or measurements can you make when it comes to sustainability?
From energy efficiency and the use of sustainable materials to healthy interiors, green schoolyards, and green roofs: the physical space of an educational organization offers opportunities to make the institution more sustainable in various practical ways. Consider the reuse of materials, sustainable construction, energy-neutral operations, or a sustainability assessment in purchasing policy.
An educational organization can be an environment that not only functions sustainably, but also makes this clear to pupils, students, staff, and the surrounding community. Visualizing and explaining the sustainable choices in the building is essential in this regard. For example, consider information signs with images explaining separate waste bins, solar panels, or the green schoolyard, and involve students in making these decisions during class. The building offers pupils and students the opportunity to be actively engaged in maintaining and developing their learning environment. This way, they learn in practice how sustainability works. Go to tools ...
