The Stone House Group and the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education announce a new partnership extending higher-education-grade sustainability frameworks, discounted 2026 Conference access, and a dedicated fall webinar series to independent K-12 schools.
The Stone House Group (SHG) and the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) are thrilled to formally announce a collaborative strategic partnership dedicated to advancing sustainability and energy efficiency in educational institutions. After two successful years of sponsoring, mentoring, and serving as contributing speakers at AASHE’s Campus Decarbonization Academy, SHG is expanding its work alongside AASHE to bring higher-education-grade sustainability, energy management, and decarbonization resources directly to independent K-12 schools.
Through this joint initiative, independent school leaders will gain unprecedented access to proven frameworks, specialized networking events, and discounted professional development opportunities designed to accelerate sustainability goals across their campuses.
The Stone House Group is a Certified B Corporation dedicated to helping educational institutions and diverse organizations turn high-level strategic plans and environmental goals into actionable, measurable outcomes. Grounded in data-driven strategies and guided by our Building Stewardship philosophy, SHG’s multi-disciplinary team brings decades of practical experience in optimizing campus operations and reducing carbon footprints.
AASHE (Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education) leads the global movement to transform higher education through sustainability leadership, collaboration, and continuous innovation. Serving hundreds of colleges, universities, and educational partners worldwide, AASHE equips faculty, administrators, and staff with the tools and peer networks needed to drive systemic change.
AASHE is renowned for providing flagship industry resources, including:
By extending higher education’s most powerful sustainability frameworks to K-12 independent schools, The Stone House Group and AASHE are opening new pathways for actionable climate leadership and efficient campus operations.
While AASHE’s resources have historically centered on higher education, independent K-12 schools share similar complex campus infrastructure, financial models, and sustainability goals. This partnership bridges the gap, allowing independent school leaders—across facilities, operations, finance, and sustainability—to tap directly into higher-ed tools and peer networks through several exclusive opportunities:
Join higher education leaders and sustainability practitioners at AASHE’s 2026 Conference & Expo, taking place October 4–6 in Baltimore, MD. Thanks to SHG’s partnership with AASHE, independent school participants receive a 45% discount on registration—lowering the cost to the Early Bird Member rate of $725. Register using this special registration link or enter discount code AASHE-K12 at checkout.
Participate in an exclusive pre-conference Decarbonization & Sustainability Tour of Swarthmore College on October 4. Explore cutting-edge geoexchange systems, high-performance building design, and campus-wide energy transition initiatives firsthand.
Connect with fellow school decision-makers during the dedicated Independent K-12 Schools Networking Meeting on Monday, Oct. 5. This curated session provides a focused space to discuss shared operational challenges, exchange best practices, and build lasting professional relationships.
Following the conference, SHG and AASHE are launching a four-week fall webinar series specifically designed for independent school administrators. The interactive sessions will cover core topics in campus decarbonization, energy transition strategy, and utilizing the STARS framework to establish a strong foundational roadmap for future engagement, including the upcoming 2027 Campus Energy Transition Academy.
We invite independent school leaders to take advantage of these unique opportunities today. Reach out to Carlee Dietterick at The Stone House Group or Daita Serghi at AASHE to get involved!
