March 16, 2023 | In , , , , ,

Green Schools Conference: In Case You Missed It!

The Center for Green Schools hosted their 12th annual Green Schools Conference (GSC) recently and here is a recap in case you missed it!

The conference included 3 days of presentations and workshops that did a deep dive into sustainability topics where attendees are able to pick a track that most closely aligns with their professions.

  • This way individuals are able to get the most out of their Green Schools Conference experience!

Go Green Initiative’s Presentation

GGI CEO, Jill Buck presented at GSC with guest panelist Rodney Williams (Newark Public Schools) and Wayles Wilson (formerly of Camden City School District currently a consultant with GGI). They shared tips for creating a green school/district.

Learn more about our presentation:

To learn more about school sustainability check out our book: Environmental Equity: Closing the Opportunity Gap in Urban Schools!

Some pictures from the event:

   

While in New Orleans…

Our team also got to explore some amazing New Orleans parks, green buildings, and sustainability projects around the city!

   

 

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