Classroom Audit Checklist
School/Facility ______________________________ Date________________
Teacher:____________________________ Classroom #:________
Completed By____________________________
Check mark if classroom is currently doing
Mark an X if not being followed
Energy
____Electronic equipment (TV, VCR, computer monitor) off when not needed
____Computers OFF at the end of the day, not just in sleep mode
____Stop vampire power by unplugging TVs and computers whenever possible
____Window coverings to block sun where needed
____Thermostats/return air vents not blocked
____Thermostats turned up after occupied hours (78° F) (if possible)
____Exterior doors and windows closed
Waste
____Recycle paper in the classroom/school
____Recycle aluminum cans in the classroom/school
____Teacher purchases classroom materials made from post consumer waste recycled materials
____Only use reusable water bottles or cups instead of using individual water bottles
____Use reusable cups or mugs instead of paper, Styrofoam and plastic cups
____Take lunch to school in reusable containers/bags
____Limit the use of plastic storage bags and aluminum foil
Transportation
____Carpool to/from School
____Ride your Bike to/from School
____Walk to/from School
____Take the School bus
____Take Mass Transit (Tri-Rail, Broward County Transit Bus, Community Bus)
____Do not idle and/or allow your parents to idle while waiting for you or dropping you off at school
____Inform bus driver to turn off school bus engine (no idling)
Water Conservation
____Plant native trees and plants at the school
____Sinks, water fountains have no leaks (work order needed if leaking)
____Toilets and urinals are not left running
____Water faucets are not left running
Conservation and Climate Change Challenge Toolkit