Give Five At School

No matter if it’s a grade school, high school or college – students, teachers and administrators are going green at school by learning about sustainability, taking action, finding local resources, communicating with others – and just having fun!

The triple-bottom-line of environmental, social and economic action defines sustainability. Here are dozens of ways to learn about sustainability at school or on campus.

Government Websites
Going green at school or on campus is easy with credible resources from federal, state, and local government.

News Websites
It's important to know the latest news about going green.

Business Websites
Businesses often have great information for those who want to go green at school or on campus.

Organization Websites
Get started going green at school or on campus with the help of hundreds of organizations.

Other Websites
We are always adding more websites to help you go green at school or on campus!

Students, staff and faculty are taking action at thousands of schools and campuses around the world. Here are some websites that show you what you need to do.

Save Energy
You can save some money and help the planet when you are energy-efficient at school or on campus.

Save Water
Take action at school: save water to save money and help the planet.

Recycle
Recycle at school or on campus so you can take action to save money and the planet.

Drive Green
Using green transportation techniques to get to and from school is a great way to save money and help the planet.

Other Websites
Check back often to find more websites that can help your school or campus take action!

Many schools are turning to local companies and organizations to find great ideas to help them succeed. It’s especially effective when you’re trying to save resources and contribute to the local economy.

Local Resources
It’s easy to find local resources to help you go green at school and in your community.

Volunteer
Meet interesting people and have a great hands-on experience in going green by volunteering with your school or campus.

Start Something
It’s easy to start something at school or on campus about going green.

Buy Local
Investing in your community through your home purchases helps create local jobs and reduces your impact on the environment.

Other Websites
There are so many ways to go green locally. Check back often for more websites!

Having fun while learning about sustainability is one of the best lessons that can be taught in school. These activities can help students and staff integrate green into the lesson plan while having a good time!

Games and Activities
Everybody is coming up with fun ways to learn about sustainability at school and on campus.

Calculators
You may be surprised at the numbers when you calculate your school’s energy, water, and greenhouse gas emissions.

Create
There are lots of interesting ideas about being creative on campus or at school and how it can help the environment.

Jokes & Quotes
You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you might learn something. Check our jokes and quotes.

Other Websites
It’s easy to enjoy helping the planet. Check back often for more fun ideas!

Passing the green word along is an important way for students, staff and administrators to keep connected. Try some of these ideas that have worked in other areas.

Write on a Blog
Let the world know what you think about going green at school or on your campus.

Go Online
Check out Facebook for fan pages about companies and organizations involved in green activities for schools.

Print a Poster
Download PDF's of posters and checklists to remind you how to give 5 for greener living at school.

Send an Email Card
You can tell others about what you have learned by sending free green e-cards.

Other Websites
Communication is key! Check back often for more websites to help you communicate!

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K-12 Igniting Creative Energy challenge to motivate learning, ignite imagination, & fuel creative potential.


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Waste                    Water
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