D.C. High School Combines Education, Green Building

Welcome to a virtual tour of the Phelps Architecture, Engineering and Construction High School in Washington, D.C. The Institute’s National Clearinghouse of Educational Facilities (NCEF) coordinated the visit to the LEED-certified, historically preserved vocational high school. The tour, which was led by Phelps Principal Michael A. Johnson and the Fanning Howey project team, included representatives from the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Green Building Council, 21st Century School Fund and the Institute team.

Phelps Architecture, Engineering and Construction High School in Washington, D.C.
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