The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), in cooperation with the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), will be hosting a Green Schools Summit on Monday, October 15, 2007 at Farmingdale State University - Roosevelt Hall. With Keynote addresses delivered by Governor Eliot Spitzer and Congressman Steve Israel, the Summit will include a host of topics relevant to creating environmentally responsible "Green Schools".

Agenda topics include: identifying and purchasing green cleaning materials, as well as the impact of pesticide applications and artificial sports turf; the design and construction of high performance schools under the NYS Collaborative for High Performance Schools (NYSCHPS) model; energy and environmental classroom information for students and teachers; concluding with a discussion of alternative fuel vehicle buses and their availability and impact on NYS schools.

Appropriate attendees would include, but not be limited to: School Superintendents, Principals, Buildings and Grounds Professionals, School Board Members, and Fleet Managers. The Summit is a one-day event, free to the attend, and will provide objective and up-to-date information on the resources available for NYS schools. Visit www.nyserda.org/GreenSchoolSummit.asp to register and review the day’s agenda.