North Carolina schools score $300,000 for investment in solar PV systems
Plans to invest $300,000 in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems at up to 10 North Carolina schools were announced on Monday by Duke Energy, increasing the generation of clean energy while creating a learning environment for students.
“North Carolina is a leader in solar installations and education,” Duke Energy’s North Carolina President David Fountain said. “These installations will give students a chance to see solar power production firsthand – and provide an opportunity to learn about the attributes of this growing energy resource.”
The program was modeled after NC Greenpower’s Solar Schools program and covers 100 percent of installation costs for rooftop or top-of-pole mounted systems on school property. The program also provides monitoring equipment, as well as training and curriculum for teachers and students.
To be considered, schools must apply through NC GreenPower. Any K-12 North Carolina school serviced by Duke Energy Carolinas may apply. Consideration will be given to schools that expressed interest in solar energy in the past, or those schools in economically challenged Tier 1 counties. Schools must apply by Dec. 2, and recipients will be named Feb. 13.
Duke Energy is one of the nation’s leading renewable energy developers, and currently operates approximately 35 solar plants within North Carolina. The state ranks number second in the nation for solar energy.
