Students Design Zero-Energy Elementary School for Department of Energy Competition
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Whether or not Berzolla and company’s zero-energy Mary Hogan Elementary ever gets built, the benefits of this particular class extend well beyond the classroom.
“Zach’s J-term class provides a perfect opportunity for students to contribute their educational talents to better solutions that meet the climate challenge,” said Byrne. “This is a win-win because the students advance their skills and capabilities, and society gains new talent and ideas.”
By Gaen Murphree; Photos by Todd Balfour