Designing Schools for a Healthier Environment
Utilizing Major Industries’ daylighting solutions can turn a plain, artificially lit classroom or common area into an illuminated space that’s optimal for learning. Major’s full line of translucent, glass, polycarbonate and acrylic skylights and translucent curtainwall offer:
- Reduced need for "energy-hungry" artificial lighting
- Energy savings and reduced HVAC loads - daylighting is cost-effective
- Health benefits - studies show that daylighting offers students improved focus, test scores and retention
- Guardian 275® translucent skylights and curtainwall provide glare-free natural light without hot-spots
- Guardian 275® also offers insulation options for enhanced thermal performance
- Field-tested strength, color-retention and durability
- Extensive water management systems
LEED® for Schools Green Building Rating System™
LEED for Schools is a rating system created by the U.S. Green Building Council for K-12 schools and higher education buildings, and is aimed at improving children’s overall learning environment while also helping schools to be more energy efficient.
While many of the LEED for Schools credit requirements are carried over from the LEED v. 2.2 NC guidelines, there are a few changes aimed specifically at school performance. For detailed information regarding LEED for Schools and related credit requirements, please visit the United States Green Building Council's website.
Download Major Industries' LEED® for Schools Reference Guide
For specific examples of how Major Industries' skylights and curtainwall systems can benefit your next school project, click on the button below to view a PDF of our LEED for Schools Reference Guide. It will take you through some specific credit requirements and describe how Major Industries' daylighting products may apply.
More Design Options
To see how Major Industries' daylighting products can add numerous benefits to your next project, check out our downloadable Daylighting Design Guides. From sales floors to classrooms, Major Industries has your daylighting needs covered.
Our Case Studies also offer some powerful examples of daylighting and its effect on educational facilities.