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THEOLSON LEGACY
Paul J. Olson was a local naturalist and educator. He dedicated his life to conservation and played a fundamental role in countless ecological projects in Wisconsin, including the Madison School Forest. He also developed worklearn programs for students, in which class credit was awarded for work on conservation projects. The school honors his legacy through its dedication to sustainable living.
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OTHER SUSTAINABILITY FEATURES:
Roof features a 144 - 175 watt solar panel system During construction, 72% of waste was recycled back into the manufacturing process
Low-flow plumbing decreases water usage by 48%
The school is 24.7% more efficient than conventional schools, providing annual savings of around $22,000
LESSONS BEYONDTHE CLASSROOM:
Paul J. Olson Elementary School understands that lessons in sustainability are invaluable. The school teaches children the importance of living with the land through a variety of strategies, including composting and native land restoration.
