GreenVET pathway

Original language

English

Original title of the resource

Green public procurement at Pesaro School: Enhancing sustainability in educational infrastructure

English translation of the title

Organization

European Commission – Green Forum (Directorate-General for Environment)

Year of the publication

Keyword

SDG 11: Sustainable cities and communities

Keyword

SDG 13: Climate action

Keyword

SDG 15: Life on land

Format

Best Practice

Vocational/professional sector

 

Sector

Various sectors

What is the resource about?

This case study presents how the City of Pesaro used green public procurement (GPP) to build the “Antonio Brancati” secondary school with high sustainability standards, focusing on energy efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and improved learning conditions. The tender included stringent criteria such as nearly zero-energy building performance and adherence to EU GPP requirements, aiming to create an environmentally friendly and comfortable educational infrastructure. The procurement process also emphasised environmentally responsible materials, indoor air quality, and community-focused space design

What is the resource about? (in English)

Why is the resource useful for VET actors?

This resource is useful for VET actors because it shows a real example of how sustainable procurement criteria can be integrated into large infrastructure projects, linking environmental goals with practical planning and implementation. It provides insight into how energy-efficient construction, environmental certifications (like LEED), and green criteria in tenders shape the skills needed in building, engineering, environmental management, and public administration. By studying this case, VET learners can better understand how sustainability standards influence job roles and market demand in the construction and green jobs sectors.

Why is the resource useful for VET actors? (in English)

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