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Wiltshire School Slashes Energy Costs with Community-Funded Solar Panels
11 Oct
Summary
- Lea and Garsdon Primary School installed 200 solar panels
- Funding came from parents, residents, and local businesses
- School expects to save over £10,000 per year on energy costs
In October 2025, a primary school in Wiltshire, England has taken a significant step towards sustainability and cost savings. Lea and Garsdon Primary School has installed 200 solar panels on its roof, funded through a collaborative effort by parents, residents, and local businesses, along with government loans.
The school's leadership is confident that this investment will pay dividends. They expect the solar panels to lower the school's energy costs by more than £10,000 per year, freeing up valuable resources for educational purposes. This community-driven project not only promotes renewable energy but also demonstrates the power of collective action to address both financial and environmental challenges.
The solar panel installation is part of a growing trend among schools seeking to reduce their carbon footprint and energy expenses. In recent years, students in Boulder, Colorado, successfully lobbied their school board to power their buildings and buses with renewable energy, while an elementary school in Boston now runs entirely on geothermal power.
