Solar for Schools

A Guide to Making the Switch

Solar for Schools

Solar Funding for Schools: A Guide to Making the Switch

As a school administrator, you are always looking for ways to improve your school and create a better learning environment for your students. One way to do this is by making the switch to solar energy. Not only is solar energy environmentally friendly, but it can also help you save money on energy costs in the long run. But how do you get started with solar energy for your school? In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about solar funding for schools.

There are several options for funding a solar energy project for your school. Here are some of the most common:

  • Government funding
  • Mainstream Schools Additional Grant (MSAG)
  • Loans
  • Community Fundraising

Government Funding

The below links lead you to Government Funding opportunities.We are sure you are aware that all Schools and Colleges will very soon get a share of £500 million Funding to “futureproof” their buildings by making them more energy efficient. The Department for Education funding would be paid to Schools in January and Colleges in February.

£16,000 per Primary School
£42,000 per Secondary School and
£290,000 for Colleges

Find out more

Government support

£2 Billion - Mainstream Schools Additional Grant (MSAG)

From April 2023, mainstream schools will be allocated additional funding through the mainstream schools additional grant (MSAG).

The DfE helpfully provided a methodology to help local authorities understand their share of the £2 billion, but they will be publishing indications of school-level allocations in the spring.

Funding Calculator

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

With a PPA, a third-party company installs, owns, and operates the solar panels on your school’s roof. Your school then pays for the energy generated by the panels, which is typically less expensive than what you would pay for energy from traditional sources.

Community Fundraising

Your school can also reach out to the community for support in funding your solar energy project. This can include things like hosting a fundraiser or reaching out to local businesses for support.

Making the switch to solar energy for your school is a great way to improve the environment and save money on energy costs in the long run. By doing your research and exploring all of the options for solar funding, you can make the transition to solar energy as smooth and successful as possible.

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