Physical structure of our sustainable school -which material will be used for construction

OŠ”Vladimir Nazor” Pisarovina

Materials Used for Construction

Our sustainable school is designed using environmentally friendly, durable, and energy-efficient materials. The goal is to reduce environmental impact while creating a healthy space for students and teachers.

 Recycled and Reused Materials
 Materials such as recycled steel, reclaimed wood, and recycled plastic are  used. These reduce waste and limit the need for new raw resources. 

 Bamboo
 Bamboo is a fast-growing, renewable material. It is strong, flexible, and we used it  for flooring, walls, and structural elements.

Glass and Windows
 Energy-efficient double or triple-glazed windows will  help reduce heat loss and improve natural lighting, lowering the need for artificial lighting.

Green Roofing Materials
On our roof we have a green place for all sorts of plants and birds.

Ali Haydar Ersoy Secondary School -Istanbul Turkiye Berna Efeoglu

How Our School Saves Energy

Our school is like a giant battery! We don't want to waste electricity. Here is how we save it:

We have Solar Panels on the roof. They catch sunlight and turn it into electricity for our computers and lights. We make our own clean energy!

We have very big windows. During the day, we don't need to turn on the electric lights because the sun makes our classrooms bright. This is called "Natural Lighting."

Just like you wear a coat in winter, our school has Insulation (like the recycled paper or mushroom bricks). It keeps the heat inside during winter and keeps the school cool in summer. We don't need to use much heating or air conditioning.

Our school has Sensors. If a classroom is empty, the lights turn off automatically. They "watch" to see if anyone is using the room!

We planted trees near the windows. In the summer, the leaves give us shade so the sun doesn't make the room too hot. This keeps us cool for free!

Scoala Gimnazială Hărău, România -Iacob Tatiana

Water usage of the sustainable school

11 Primary Sch./Greece/Maria Machika

In our dream sustainable school

-we use water carefully.
- We do not waste water.

-The school has special systems to collect rainwater.
- We use this water to water plants and clean the yard.

-In the bathrooms, we have smart taps.
 They close automatically and save water.

-Students learn to turn off the tap when they wash their hands.
 

-The school garden uses drip irrigation, so plants get only the water they need

-we have signs encouraging students to save water

-we check for water leaks

Together, we help save water and protect the environment.

                      Saint Sava Primary School, Kikinda, Serbia

Green areas of the sustainable school

Şehit Doğan Sevinç Secondary School-Bilge Yılmaztekin

Outdoor Green Spaces:

Rooftop gardens for growing vegetables and herbs

Native plant gardens that support local wildlife

Outdoor classrooms with natural seating areas

Rain gardens to manage stormwater naturally

Butterfly and pollinator gardens

Edible forest gardens with fruit trees

Indoor Green Features:

 Living walls with vertical gardens in hallways

 Classroom plant stations for hands-on learning

 Indoor herb gardens in cafeterias

 Green atriums as central gathering spaces

Educational & Functional Areas:

 Composting stations for food waste

 Permaculture zones for teaching sustainability

 Wetland areas for water filtration

 Tree groves for shade and carbon absorption

 Sensory gardens with aromatic and textured plants

Ali Haydar Ersoy Secondary School -Istanbul Turkiye Berna Efeoglu

On education teaching recycling at school-team tasks, zero waste activities

Şehit Doğan Sevinç Secondary School-Bilge Yılmaztekin

Research shows that hands-on recycling activities help children:

 Important finding:

Students who actively recycle at school are more likely to keep doing it long-term

What makes recycling education successful?

Studies highlight 3 key factors:

 1. School environment & teachers

 2. Active participation (not just theory)

 3. Family influence

Team tasks improve learning

Research on recycling-based activities shows:

 Conclusion:

Group tasks = better learning + stronger environmental awareness

 4. Zero Waste schools – what happens?

Studies on zero waste schools found:

 5. Why schools are important for sustainability

Research shows schools are key because:

11 Primary School/Greece/Maria Machika

Waste management (recycling, compost, using less paper)

Saint Sava Primary School, Kikinda, Serbia - Dragana Videnov

We treat waste like treasure! Nothing is thrown away without thinking.

1. Recycling Stations Everywhere  

We have colourful bins for paper, plastic, glass, and metal. Students learn to sort waste correctly.

2. Compost Corner  

Food scraps from lunch go into compost bins. Later, this becomes rich soil for our school garden.

3. Less Paper, More Digital  

We use tablets and laptops instead of printing too much. This saves trees and keeps our bags light.

4. Creative Reuse  

Old boxes, bottles, and jars become art projects. Waste turns into imagination!