The following tools, frameworks and databases are provided to help you assess, measure and evaluate your levels of achievement in sustainability.
Campus Carbon Calculator – Clean Air-Cool Planet popular tool for measuring carbon emissions on campus.
Energy Audit and Carbon Calculator – National Wildlife Federation’s user-friendly energy audit and carbon calculator suitable for students from middle through high school.
START – The Sustainability Tracking and Roadmap Tool (START) is the first cloud-based sustainability benchmarking tool designed for K-12 schools. Measure your levels, plan for progress, connect and collaborate, and access resources to achieve your goals. Supported by the Green Schools Alliance.
Sustainability Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) – Qualitative questionnaire designed for quick assessment of sustainability in the critical areas of school or university life. Designed by the Association of University Leaders for a Sustainable Future and adapted by Sustainable Schools, LLC.
Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System™ (STARS) – Transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance. Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).
Zerofootprint Kids Calculator – Measures impact of child’s lifestyle on planet. Measurements are made in terms kids understand: carbon, land, water, and trees. Includes information for teachers and parents. National Environmental Education Week.
