Sustainability that works for Schools
Why We Do This Work
K3 Sustainability Solutions was founded with a clear purpose: to make climate action planning accessible to school districts ready to take meaningful steps toward sustainability.
Too often, sustainability initiatives feel out of reach—whether due to limited budgets, competing priorities, or uncertainty about where to start. We believe every district, regardless of size or resources, deserves a practical path forward.
For districts serving Disadvantaged Communities, thoughtful climate planning unlocks additional advantages: priority access to state and federal funding programs that can deliver 10-20x return on planning investment. But the benefits of sustainability—healthier learning environments, long-term operational savings, and demonstrated environmental leadership—belong to every school community willing to take the first step.
Sustainability shouldn’t be a luxury. It should be an achievable goal for every district.
Our Approach
Accessible Sustainability work shouldn’t require a team of specialists or a massive budget. We create frameworks that meet districts where they are—whether you’re taking your first steps toward climate action or building on existing initiatives.
Intentional Every recommendation we make is grounded in what’s actually achievable for your district. We prioritize strategies with clear implementation paths, realistic timelines, and measurable outcomes—not wish lists that gather dust on a shelf.
Empowering Our goal isn’t just to hand over a document. It’s to build your district’s capacity to lead on sustainability. We work collaboratively, explain our process, and ensure your team understands the “why” behind every strategy—so you can own this work long after our engagement ends.
Who We Serve
K3 Sustainability Solutions partners with K-12 school districts throughout Riverside County and Southern California. We work with districts of all sizes—from small, single-school districts taking their first sustainability steps to large unified systems building on existing initiatives—tailoring our approach to match your resources, needs, and goals.
For districts serving Disadvantaged Communities, we bring specialized expertise in California’s priority funding programs. If your district serves a DAC-designated community, you may qualify for enhanced funding opportunities through California Climate Investments—and we can help you understand and maximize those advantages.
Every district we serve receives the same commitment to practical, actionable planning. DAC status simply unlocks additional doors.
Our Mission for Educational Sustainability
Empower schools and districts to achieve their sustainability goals through accessible frameworks, collaboration, and personalized strategies. We are especially committed to serving disadvantaged communities, ensuring that every school has the support and resources to become an environmental steward.
Our Vision for a Green Tomorrow
Our vision is clear: every school should have the opportunity and support to lead in climate action, creating healthier learning environments and inspiring future generations.
Our Core Values Drive Us
Accessibility: Making sustainability planning effortless and achievable for organizations of all sizes
Empowerment: Building capacity for lasting change within school systems
Innovation: Setting new standards and delivering creative, practical solutions tailored to educational needs
Transparency: Providing clear, data-driven recommendations with measurable outcomes
Partnership: Supporting clients as long-term collaborators in their sustainability journey