Primary School Solar Power Installation
Project Overview
An impactful educational facility project bringing reliable solar power to St. Mary's Primary School. This installation provides clean, affordable electricity for classrooms, computer labs, and administrative facilities, reducing the school's operating costs while serving as a living laboratory for environmental education. The system includes battery storage ensuring power availability throughout the school day.
100kW solar system providing clean energy for 800-student primary school.
Project Details
- Client
- St. Mary's Primary School
- Location
- Njoro, Nakuru County
- Year
- 2023
- Scope
- 100kW solar array, 800 students
Technical Specifications
Challenges
- 1
Limited budget for educational institution
- 2
Installing on aging school building roofs
- 3
Creating educational component for students
- 4
Ensuring system security in school environment
Solutions
Secured grant funding and community fundraising
Conducted structural assessment and reinforcement where needed
Installed monitoring display in main hall showing real-time generation
Implemented secure mounting and tamper-proof enclosures
Project Results
70% reduction in school electricity costs
Savings redirected to educational programs
Students learning about renewable energy firsthand
School became model for other institutions in region
"This solar system has transformed our school. We now have reliable power for our computer lab, and the cost savings allow us to invest more in our students' education."
Principal Margaret Wangari
School Principal
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