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The lessons in this module reference the Arc platform for building performance management. Arc is currently undergoing some updates to improve its functionality and user experience. Please see the Arc resource page for more details on the update.

By using the building as a laboratory for STEM learning, students are empowered to propose data-driven solutions for healthier, more efficient school environments.

For teachers looking to help students master STEM concepts, the Building Learners program is a complete, data-driven package that uses your school's eco footprint to bring lessons to life. Students sharpen their analysis and problem solving skills, and observe the benefits of their impact on their school's sustainability performance.

Building Learners empowers students to use their building as a learning laboratory. Students collect, analyze and conduct real-world investigations that inform improvements around waste, energy, water, health and transportation at their school. Working with their school's facility manager and other school staff, students gain exposure to sustainability careers and build positive relationships with their community.

The Building Learners program teaches students about sustainability through your school building operations.

How does Building Learners support student learning?

• Standards-aligned, hands-on lessons on green building and benchmarking
• Online self-guided trainings on student engagement, technical knowledge and project management
• Support from a local green building professional mentor
• Access to , an online sustainability benchmarking platform
• Resource library for teachers with lesson planning and project management tools

How does my class participate in Building Learners?

• Check out the lessons and resources below
• Plan your program and connect with a USGBC local community to find a green building mentor
• Option to purchase one or more subscriptions to Learning Lab to access hundreds of lessons to support your Building Learners experience