How School HVAC Systems Affect Learning

Article by the Fordham Institute

A recent study highlights how HVAC systems in schools impact student outcomes. Researchers found that improving unsatisfactory heating, ventilation, and cooling systems led to higher math and reading scores, fewer absences, and reduced suspension rates. Poor air quality and extreme temperatures disrupt learning, particularly in under-resourced schools with economically disadvantaged students. The study underscores that investing in school HVAC upgrades enhances educational equity by fostering better learning environments and healthier students.

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