Explore how environmentally responsible facility operations and design can lower costs and support long-term sustainability goals. This course covers energy efficiency, green construction, grounds maintenance, solar integration, recycling programs, salt usage reduction, and other practical strategies to reduce environmental impact. Learn how to build a positive, district-wide culture around sustainability while aligning initiatives with capital planning and general purchasing practices. Participants will also discover how to leverage resources like Focus on Energy and other funding opportunities to support eco-friendly improvements that benefit both the environment and the budget.