The sustainability of all types of educational buildings is important throughout all stages of their design, construction and operation. There is a general belief that better schools help build a fairer society and ultimately a better economy. To this end, the UK government has in recent times launched a number of initiatives which have not only produced better educational establishments, but also more cost-effective and sustainable buildings. Many schools and universities are keen to promote environmental awareness and so sustainability is manifested in the design of highly sustainable buildings, which are often very energy efficient in operation and frequently contain a high proportion of renewable energy provision. As part of the Government's previous 'Building Schools for the Future' programme there was a significant drive to make schools more sustainable and for new school buildings to be examples of best practice in sustainable construction. A sustainable school was defined as one which prepares its pupils for a lifetime of sustainable living through its teaching, fabric and day-to-day practices.
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