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Are Schools Failing Students? How Better Design Could Be the Solution – Ep 65 with Craig Schiller
In this episode of Better Buildings for Humans, Joe Menchefski is joined by Craig Schiller, Executive Director of the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHiPs). Together, they delve into the importance of creating high-performance schools that prioritize student and teacher well-being, productivity, and safety while addressing climate resilience.
Craig shares his journey from environmental studies to leading CHiPs and explains the organization's mission to establish school-specific building standards. They explore what defines a high-performance school, emphasizing factors like daylighting, mental health, and safety. Craig also discusses the challenges of balancing energy efficiency with creating environments that support learning and wellness.
The conversation highlights CHiPs' three key programs—Design, Verified, and Minor Renovations—and their goal to evolve beyond building certifications to support school districts more comprehensively. Craig calls for collaboration among stakeholders, from architects to manufacturers, and outlines the "Raise the Floor Initiative," aimed at uniting resources for sustainable school design.
Tune in to learn how thoughtful design and collaboration can transform schools into inspiring spaces for future generations.
About Craig Schiller
Craig Schiller began his career as a researcher and sustainability advocate who focused on how schools could be used as sustainability teaching tools while improving the health and performance of their students. He came to CHPS after a decade designing, administering, and growing decarbonization programs in the higher education, climate policy, building, and aviation sectors for the climate-focused think-tank RMI in the District of Columbia. Craig has B.S. Degrees in Geology & Geophysics and Environmental Studies from the University of Wisconsin and a M.S. in Sustainable Design from Carnegie Mellon University.
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https://chps.net/craig-schiller
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In this episode of Better Buildings for Humans, Joe Menchefski is joined by Craig Schiller, Executive Director of the Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHiPs). Together, they delve into the importance of creating high-performance schools that prioritize student and teacher well-being, productivity, and safety while addressing climate resilience.
Craig shares his journey from environmental studies to leading CHiPs and explains the organization's mission to establish school-specific building standards. They explore what defines a high-performance school, emphasizing factors like daylighting, mental health, and safety. Craig also discusses the challenges of balancing energy efficiency with creating environments that support learning and wellness.
The conversation highlights CHiPs' three key programs—Design, Verified, and Minor Renovations—and their goal to evolve beyond building certifications to support school districts more comprehensively. Craig calls for collaboration among stakeholders, from architects to manufacturers, and outlines the "Raise the Floor Initiative," aimed at uniting resources for sustainable school design.
Tune in to learn how thoughtful design and collaboration can transform schools into inspiring spaces for future generations.
About Craig Schiller
Craig Schiller began his career as a researcher and sustainability advocate who focused on how schools could be used as sustainability teaching tools while improving the health and performance of their students. He came to CHPS after a decade designing, administering, and growing decarbonization programs in the higher education, climate policy, building, and aviation sectors for the climate-focused think-tank RMI in the District of Columbia. Craig has B.S. Degrees in Geology & Geophysics and Environmental Studies from the University of Wisconsin and a M.S. in Sustainable Design from Carnegie Mellon University.
CONTACT:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-a-schiller
https://chps.net/craig-schiller
Where To Find Us:
https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/
www.advancedglazings.com
https://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcast
www.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625
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