Updates and Resources

Explore featured publications, insights, and events from NCSI and our federal, state, and local partners.

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U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit

This annual event for Better Buildings Initiative partners and other key stakeholders provides the opportunity for professionals to hear the latest on emerging technologies and share innovative strategies in emissions…
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Clean Air in Buildings Challenge for Schools

The Clean Air in Buildings Challenge for Schools course, co-developed by the Efficient and Healthy Schools Program, Center for Green Schools, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), equips school…
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Helping Schools Make the Most of Elective Pay: A Playbook for State Leaders

Helping Schools Make The Most of Elective Pay: A Playbook for State Leaders - developed by UndauntedK12 in partnership with NCSI - outlines the opportunity, actions, and clear steps that…
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Clean School Bus Program Rebates

The EPA offers rebates for school districts to replace existing school buses with clean and zero-emission models. Visit the clean school bus rebates program page for details. The application deadline…
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WIIN Grant Opportunity: Reducing Lead in Drinking Water

EPA announced the availability of $35 million in Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Grants to assist disadvantaged communities and schools with removing sources of lead in drinking water. The…
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NASEO report and webinar: Energy Efficient and Healthy K-12 Public School Facilities

In September 2024, the National Association of State Energy Officials released a new publication, Energy Efficient and Healthy K-12 Public School Facilities: Opportunities for State Energy Offices and State Education…
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Apply for the 2024-2025 Efficient and Healthy Schools Program

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Efficient and Healthy Schools Program (EHSP) aims to recognize schools and districts for improving their energy performance, advancing resilience, and promoting a healthy learning environment. Learn…
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2024 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Recognition Awards

The U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools (ED-GRS) is a public engagement initiative for school sustainability that is structured as a federal recognition award. By highlighting schools, districts, postsecondary…
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Responding to a Heat Emergency

In April 2024, the Congressional Research Service re-issued its report on Emergency Response to Extreme Heat, including federal resources to help state & local agencies take action, for example, by…
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State Law Limits Indoor Heat

In June 2024, New York State set a maximum allowable indoor temperature for public school buildings and mandated action to mitigate impacts when a school is nearing the limit. The…
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Teachers Talk About Heat

A searing report from the New York State United Teachers features both research and personal testimony from more than 1,000 teachers about the impacts of extreme heat in their classrooms.…
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Going Deeper on Tax Credits

On May 30, 2024 the Department of Energy hosted a webinar, Going Deeper on IRA Tax Credits for Schools, with detailed guidance from field-based experts on federal support for clean…