GREEN CAMPUS

TNHSP is built on one of the greenest campuses in the nation. In fact, it achieved LEED Platinum certification from the U. S. Green Building Council. This is the highest level of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Our students benefit from a learning environment that includes ample natural day-lighting, excellent indoor air quality, a solar photovoltaic system, a rain catchment system, sustainably produced building materials, and green cleaning.

Campus Awards:

California High Performance Schools Certification (highest score to date)
Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Award, 2007
LEED Platinum, United States Green Building Council, 2008
Certified Green Business Monterey County Green Business Program
Flex Your Power, Best Overall Award, 2007
American Institute of Architects, San Francisco Chapter – Energy and Sustainability Honor Award (highest level), 2007
California Association of General Contractors, 2007 – Innovation Award for Construction Techniques and Materials
United States Environmental Protection Agency Western Regional Award for Energy Efficiency, 2007
United States Green Building Council of Northern California Green Super Hero Award, 2008 – Awarded to Executive Director, Douglas Atkins for his outstanding work to increase public understanding of the benefits of green schools for students and their communities.