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Awards Honor Green School Leaders of 2026

By Joe Bebon, Editor Feb 18, 2026 Design and Construction

Updated: Feb 18, 2026

The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Green Schools National Network (GSNN) have announced the recipients of the 2026 Best of Green Schools Awards. The awards recognize 11 U.S. schools, districts, organizations, or individuals for advancing environmental stewardship, creating healthy learning environments, and promoting education for a sustainable future. “America’s students deserve […]

Newark Airport Terminal Earns LEED Gold Certification for Sustainability

By Joe Bebon, Editor Nov 10, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Nov 10, 2023

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced that Newark Liberty International Airport’s new Terminal A has received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The sustainability achievement aligns with the port authority’s agency-wide goal to reach net-zero carbon emissions. Following a $2.7 billion […]