Katherine High School will be among select NT schools to receive rooftop solar panels as part of the Government’s plan to transition to renewable energy.
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The $5 million Rooftop Solar in Schools program will be delivered in every Territory region over the next three years, with the top energy users in each region chosen as the first to have solar panels installed.
In round one of the program, $1.5 million in funding has been allocated to commence planning for installation at 10 Territory schools, with eight expected to be completed by June 30, next year.
Minister for Education, Selena Uibo said the NT Government is delivering on promises to invest in building solar panels in schools across the Territory.
“This expenditure will enable selected Territory schools to save up to 40 per cent of their energy costs and redirect those savings into resources that will enhance our children’s education,” Ms Uibo said.
“It will also act as a hands-on tool for science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) education.
“The solar systems will include monitoring and measurement equipment and will facilitate innovative school-based projects, inspiring the next generation of engineers and scientists to advance renewable energy solutions.”
The NT Government has a set target of 50 per cent renewable energy by 2030.
According to Minister for Renewables and Essential Services, Dale Wakefield, the Territory Government “is leading the way with solar”.
“Delivering 50 per cent renewables by 2030 will deliver local jobs, and cheaper, cleaner power. We are transitioning our power system to have more solar and less gas,” Ms Wakefield said.
“The Territory Labor Government is leading the way with solar and we are investing in major projects to achieve our renewables target.
“Along with the $5 million Rooftop Solar in Schools program, we have also invested in the $15 million home improvement scheme, the $4.5 million smart energy grants scheme as well as the one-for-one solar feed-in tariff provided by Jacana Energy, Australia’s most generous,” she said.
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