Sustainability
The First Net-Zero Energy Preschool
In 2018, New Day School embarked on a renovation project of two of its three buildings.
The renovation included a seismic retrofit of the Mahávidyá building (1847 SE Clinton) and also included energy upgrades, lighting upgrades (including skylights) and acoustic improvements. The project also renovated the Kishalay building (1825 SE Clinton) into a net-zero and net-positive energy building.
Continued Improvements
We changed the layout and made many important and exciting upgrades including: seismic upgrades, renewable energy production, high energy efficiency design, indoor air quality upgrades, and water conservation (low-flow fixtures, rain gardens). The renovation project used natural, non-toxic (Red-List free) and recyclable materials and sustainably-harvested wood (FSC certified).
With the help of a Portland General Electric Renewable Development Fund grant and community fundraising campaign, we were able to install a 45 kWh solar array on the roof of the Kishalay building.
