How it works

Solar my School is an Eastern Suburbs initiative helping schools reduce energy bills, educate students and shrink their carbon footprint with solar power.

The program has been jointly founded and run by Randwick, Waverley and Woollahra Councils.

We provide free independent support and guidance to primary and secondary schools looking to power their buildings with cheap green energy.

We help you every step of the way from start to finish, to make installing solar as simple as possible.

Step 1

Free solar feasibility report

Analyses your electricity consumption and usage patterns
Shows right sized system and location
Estimates costs and savings
Done by independent expert

Step 2

Financing the system

Information and support in accessing grants and funding
Help with fundraising activities

Step 3

Installation of project

Public schools

Assistance working with the Department of Education
Post installation inspection report

Private and Catholic schools

Tender and contractual documentation to seek quotes
Independent evaluation to choose quality supplier and system
Support in seeking planning approvals where required
Post installation inspection report

Step 4

Education and promotion

A curriculum-linked teacher’s guide for students to learn about solar
Launch, media and communications to showcase your project and community leadership

Throughout the project we engage with your broader school community e.g. presentations to your P&C, Board, parents and staff.