Facilities Department Online Resources

Utilize the online resources listed below to learn more about indoor environmental issues.

Governmental Resources
 

Acoustics
Articles and research on acoustics and noise levels in classrooms.

Connecticut Radon Program
Or call 860-509-7367 to request the Radon in Schools Fact Sheet.

Green Seal Greening Programs
Read about Green Seal's Greening Your Government program.

US Environmental Protection Agency
Official government site for promoting healthy school environments. Learn about the EPA's HealthySEAT (Healty School Environments Assessment Tool), a new software tool to help school districts establish and manage comprehensive school facility self-assessment programs.

 
Commercial Resources
 

Acoustical Surfaces, Inc
Soundproofing tips from the professionals that offer easy-to-use, cost-effective, green and fire-safe accoustical products. Learn about the importance of accoustics in Acoustics 101.

Building Green
Find books and articles on using green resources for commercial and home applications.

GoJo
Learn how to fight the spread of germs in your school.

Kaivac Cleaning Systems
White papers discussing risky environments and green cleaning methods.

ProTeam and the American Lung Association
Learn about ProTeam's proposal to enter an educational partnership with the American Lung Association® to spread the word about improving indoor air quality.