Measuring success is an important part of the EcoSchools program. Here are just three of the indicators we track:
- Using EcoSchools, boards have created and implemented board-wide Waste Minimization and Energy Conservation Standards. The boards have begun to put systems in place to support students and staff as they follow the standards.
- More schools have become Certified EcoSchools. Participation in the certification program has steadily increased as schools work towards recognition for their environmental initiatives:
- 2003-2004: 13 schools in one board
- 2004-2005: 53 schools in one board
- 2005-2006: 108 schools in six boards
- 2006-2007: 251 schools and education sites in 14 school boards and one conservation authority
- 2007-2008: 540 schools and education sites in 24 school boards and two conservation authorities
- 2008-2009: 906 schools in 32 boards and two conservation authorities
(click here for boards with certified EcoSchools)
- Certified EcoSchools use less energy than non-Certified EcoSchools. An independent analysis of energy use at the Toronto DSB indicates that on average, Certified EcoSchools use 12% less electricity and 7% less natural gas than comparable non-Certified EcoSchools [1].
- The EcoSchools program was endorsed in August 2007 by the Council of Directors of Education (click here for more info)
[1] Toronto District School Board Energy Management Program Review, 2006, ICF International, p.28-29.
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