Solar Energy Solutions in Education
Installation of solar photovoltaic system at a school offers more than reducing energy bills and securing the future energy price, but helps education our future generation
SOLAR FOR SCHOOLS:
Installation of a solar photovoltaic system in schools is more than about saving money - though they will. It gives a clear visible reminder to children, in the form of the photovoltaic panels and a large display showing real time generation, about the finite nature of conventional energy and its responsible use.
The solar generation figures are also available to be used in both curricula and extra curricula teaching. Previous ideas have included the integration into Maths and ICT in the form of data manipulation or organising 'green police' or 'eco monitors' to check the culture of energy saving is followed.
Climate change is recognised as a global crisis - Sustainable development is seen as an important strategy in finding a solution to the problem. EvoEnergy strongly believes that our younger generation must play a key role in fighting Climate Change. It is important that they understand our dependence on energy and wish to help them realise a green future.
EvoEnergy work directly with schools and are also involved with the Building Schools for the Future' (BSF) programme. This includes dynamic relationships with developers, architects, design consultants and M&E contractors to provide innovative and cost effective energy solutions.
WHY GO SOLAR?
- The Government plans to help schools reduce their carbon footprint. There are large grants available at the moment, but there is no guarantee that this will continue indefinitely.
- Help teach students about the techologies that will be essential to their sustainable future.
- Promote your school as a green school. This can ensure positive press, but also invigorate staff and pupils.
- Foster greater community links around the school.
- Secure a proportion of your energy generation for completely free for decades to come whilst others watch their electricity bills spiral.
HOW CAN EVOENERGY HELP YOU?
- EvoEnergy is experienced at identifying funding for solar systems for schools. The main source of funds is through the Low Carbon Building Programme Phase II. This scheme will match funding up to 50% of the entire photovoltaic installation. There are other sources of funding for which your school might be eligible, which can, in some instances, lead to 100% funding, or an entirely free solar system!
- EvoEnergy are excellent at advising in the writing of funding proposals. We have experience in the team of bidding for large public and private sector contracts, we know the boxes that must be ticked and what the bodies are looking for.
- EvoEnergy will professionally design your installation, with all bespoke work designed by qualified engineers. Every detail is looked after by specialists.
- After the design is complete project manage and install your solar system. After we tidy up there is no indication is left of EvoEnergy's presence except for a fully functioning photovoltaic system.
- EvoEnergy interacts with the school at all stages of the design and installation process ensuring a satisfied customer who gets exactly what they wanted because EvoEnergy made the effort to listen
- As schools generally require large bespoke systems it is easier if you contact us directly and we can talk about your exact needs and how we can best help you.