Bright future for solar power in Alberta Schools
EDMONTON- The Notley government is investing $15 million from the Climate Leadership Plan to install more solar panels on schools.
The Solar for Schools program provides funding to install rooftop solar panels with rebates of up to $1.50 per watt on the solar energy generated to offset the school’s energy costs.
“I can’t think of a better class project than rooftop solar panels,” said Minister of Environment and Parks Shannon Phillips in a press-release. “Alberta is as sunny as Rio de Janeiro and the future of solar in this province has never been brighter. Schools have stepped up as enthusiastic partners in our plan to reduce emissions, recognizing that the future will be one where economy goes hand in hand with environment.”
Minister of Education David Eggen then echoed Phillps’ thoughts.