Local public schools receive State Government funding for solar panels to reduce energy costs

Several schools across the state are set to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and energy costs after receiving funding through the State Government's $44.6 million Schools Clean Energy Technology Fund.

Education and Training Minister Sue Ellery today released the list of schools that successfully applied for round two funding including Calista Primary School, Pinjarra Primary School, Rockingham Senior High School, Secret Harbour Primary School, South Halls Head Primary School and Waikiki Primary School.

Under round two of the Schools Clean Energy Technology Fund, WA public schools were invited to apply for solar panels to reduce their environmental footprint and energy costs, with the criteria extended to include schools that already have a limited coverage of solar panels.

“The McGowan Government is committed to making changes and funding new initiatives that reduce the impact that schools have on the environment," Education and Training Minister Sue Ellery said.

“The $44.6 million Schools Clean Energy Technology Fund aims to boost installation of clean energy solutions in WA public schools, to lower their carbon emissions and reduce one of their major costs.

“This latest funding allocation will set almost 100 public schools up to benefit from innovative solar technology."