At Holabird Academy and Graceland Park, two net-zero energy Baltimore public schools, the future is already in session. Solar panels line the roofs, geothermal wells lie below the ballfields, and energy-efficient features keep these buildings running entirely on renewable power. But while these schools are a win for the planet, the real story is how they’re transforming the lives of everyone who steps inside—students, teachers, administrators, and the surrounding community. Stephanie Novak Pappas, the award-winning Principal of Holabird Academy, joins the conversation along with Amy Upton, Director of Environmental Design and Principal at Grimm & Parker Architects, the visionary behind these modern, sustainable, 21st-century schools where carbon emissions are down and performance is up.
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Discover real-world climate solutions that cut carbon emissions, boost the bottom line, and improve modern life. Each week, climate tech founder and CEO Josh Dorfman pinpoints proven playbooks, business models, and technologies accelerating the low-carbon economy in towns and cities around the U.S. and across the globe. Hear from CEOs, Mayors, startup founders, executives, and policymakers addressing climate change head-on to shape a smarter, more sustainable future.