Better Projects, Better Buildings

Through the Better Buildings Initiative, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) partners with K-12 school districts across the country to advance and demonstrate real-world solutions to challenging climate conditions. These solutions showcase schools that have driven down costs while reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving energy independence, and fostering workforce development.  For 2024, DOE is highlighting the exemplary efforts of several districts with their Better Projects Awards.  Read the summaries below or find out more about each school system's pathway to success by following the links to DOE's dedicated webpages.

River Trails School District 26 | Better Buildings Initiative and PHIUS+ Source Zero standard

Anne Arundel County Public Schools | Better Buildings Initiative

Hillsboro School District | Better Buildings Initiative

Los Angeles Unified School District | Better Buildings Initiative