October 7, 2011 - A new independent nationwide survey reveals that nearly three out of four Americans support federal investment in school building improvements focused on creating healthier learning environments, saving tax dollars or lowering carbon emissions. The survey, sponsored by United Technologies Corp. and the U.S. Green Building Council's Center for Green Schools, found that one in three of those surveyed said the majority of U.S. schools are in "poor" shape. Only six percent said U.S. schools are in "excellent" shape.
The independent survey of more than 1,000 Americans was conducted via telephone from Sept.23 - 25, 2011, by GfK Custom Research North America.
"Americans understand the importance of our nation's school infrastructure and see the urgent need for significant investments," said Rick Fedrizzi, President, CEO and Founding Chair, U.S. Green Building Council. "Too many of our schools are outdated, woefully energy inefficient, unhealthy and negatively affect our children's ability to learn -- and ultimately to compete in a global marketplace. In 2008 alone the U.S. deferred an estimated $254 billion in school facility maintenance and inadequate investment into maintaining our nation's school infrastructure has led to a significant number of schools in need of major repair and replacement. That's unacceptable."
The U.S. Government Accountability Office reports that at least 25,000 U.S. schools are in need of extensive repair and replacement. read more>>>
One in Three Americans Say U.S. Schools in “Poor Shape” -
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