Georgina Blach Intermediate School
CHPS Demonstration School

"The inclusion of serious energy conserving technologies at Blach makes a powerful statement to our youth, that our commitment to environmentalism comes not only from our hearts, but also from our wallets." Arthur Harris, Principal

"The building is a wonderful example of how our local community by passing the school bond, our state by encouraging intelligent energy policies, and the private sector represented by PG&E, can work together to make things happen." Dr. Margaret Gratiot, Superintendent


School Information


School District:

Los Altos School District
Completed:

Summer 2002

Students: 455
Size: 75,000 square feet
Architecture Firm:

Gelfand RNP Architects

CHPS Scorecard (2002 Edition)
Site: 8
Water: 0
Energy: 7
Materials: 3
IEQ: 10
District Resolutions: 2
TOTAL: 30
- Mimimum of 28 points required of possible 81.
High Performance Features
School exceeds Title 24 requirements by at least 15%; resource efficient materials; adaptive reuse of existing structures; north-facing source of diffuse light in every classroom; lighting controls regulate electric light use with daylight; HVAC units include fresh air cycles; operable windows; north-facing clerestories. Click here for the Georgina Blach Case Study.
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