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Ireland, Jessica J. T.; Monroe, Martha C. – Applied Environmental Education and Communication, 2015
Local issues that combine economic, environmental, and equity impacts make excellent contexts for interdisciplinary teaching. An instructional unit, "Should We Use Wood for Energy? A High School Education Program," was developed by the University of Florida's School of Forest Resources and Conservation to engage high school students in…
Descriptors: Sustainable Development, Case Studies, Energy Education, Secondary School Curriculum
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Diehl, David C.; Swenson, Shelley E.; Wente, Jessica N. – Journal of Extension, 2012
This article presents the evaluation of the Sustainable Big Bend Green Living Expo and Education Fair, which targets participants with a variety of learning opportunities. Evaluation was carried out using onsite surveys along with follow-up surveys and phone interviews. Results indicate that a 1-day sustainability event is a meaningful way to…
Descriptors: Extension Education, Science Fairs, Environmental Education, Interviews
Hines, Gary – Education Digest: Essential Readings Condensed for Quick Review, 2010
Sometimes all it takes is a little fate to accomplish something great, or in this case, something green. The Broward County Public School (BCPS) District shows how a natural disaster (Hurricane Wilma) inspired a green revolution. This article presents the five steps that the Broward County School District followed in implementing an Environmental…
Descriptors: Natural Disasters, School Districts, Counties, Public Schools
Boulard, Garry – Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, 2009
Addressing ongoing and costly deferred-maintenance needs is a challenge for any two- or four-year school. During an economically challenging time, many HBCUs have put energy efficiency and other green projects on the back burner. However, some are finding that deferred maintenance does not have to be a barrier to becoming green. Despite budget…
Descriptors: School Maintenance, Energy Conservation, Educational Finance, Community Colleges