Campus Green Team Slides Environmental Club
CAMPUS
GREEN TEAM
Auditing our school and pitching real solutions for a sustainable future.
Campus Walk
Expert Briefing
The Pitch
Warm-up: Campus Audit
Time: 10 Minutes
The Good
"Identify 3 things we are doing WELL. Look for recycling bins, natural lighting, or green spaces."
The Opportunity
"Identify 3 things that are UNSUSTAINABLE. Look for leaking faucets, lights left on, or excessive waste."
Expert Briefing: Defining Sustainability
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4:40 - The Three Pillars
Focus: How can we solve problems long-term?
The Three Pillars
SOCIAL
Does it help people? Is it fair? Does it improve our school community?
ECONOMIC
Does it save money over time? Is it a smart investment for the school?
ENVIRONMENT
Does it help nature? Does it reduce waste or save energy?
The Pitch Challenge
Work in teams to propose ONE MAJOR CHANGE for our campus. Use your "Greenprint" template to defend your idea using all Three Pillars.
30
Minutes to Plan
2
Minute Pitch
Board
Approval Required
Campus Green Audit Worksheet Campus Green Audit
Environmental Club Action Session
NAME:
DATE:
Mission: Campus Walkthrough
As you walk through the campus, observe how resources are used. Look for signs of "sustainability" (long-term health) and "unsustainability" (waste or harm).
The "Good" List
Identify 3 sustainable features (e.g., gardens, recycling, solar, water-saving faucets).
Observation #1
Observation #2
Observation #3
The "Improve" List
Identify 3 unsustainable practices (e.g., lights left on, litter, excessive paper, dripping taps).
Observation #1
Observation #2
Observation #3
Top Priority for Change
If you could change just ONE thing you saw today, what would it be and why?
Greenprint Proposal Template Action Plan Phase 01
THE GREENPRINT
Proposal No. 2026-X
Team Members / Lead
School Project Name
The Big Idea
What is the specific change you are proposing for our campus?
The Three Pillars Defense
Environmental
Impact on Nature & Waste
Social
Impact on People & Culture
Economic
Impact on Costs & Savings
Visual Sketch
Draw or diagram your solution in action (labels are encouraged!)
Pitch Presentation Rubric SCHOOL BOARD
SCORECARD
The Pitch Challenge
Team Name / Project
Evaluator Name
Criteria Developing (1) Proficient (2) Exemplary (3) ENVIRONMENTAL
Resource use & waste reduction.
| Vague connection to environmental health. | Clear reduction in waste or energy use explained. | Strong evidence of significant long-term eco-impact. |
|
SOCIAL
Community & fairness.
| Mentions people but lacks specific benefit. | Explains how it improves life for students/staff. | Promotes deep community engagement or justice. |
|
ECONOMIC
Cost vs. Savings.
| Financial impact is unclear or ignored. | Shows a basic plan for funding or savings. | Detailed proof of long-term financial viability. |
|
PRESENTATION
Clarity & Persuasion.
| Hard to follow or lacks visual aids. | Clear speech, good eye contact, and visuals used. | Highly persuasive; professional and engaging. |
Board Deliberations
FINAL SCORE:
/ 12
APPROVED FOR PILOT
NEEDS REVISION
DENIED
"Sustainability is not a sprint, but a marathon."
