Renewable Energy Production
Explore the feasibility of on-site renewable energy production at your school or academy.
We can assist by providing the expertise needed to implement renewable energy solutions effectively, facilitating the transition from inefficient fossil-fuel energy sources to cost-effective sustainable alternatives.
Why consider producing renewable energy?
Solar PV energy will increase overall capacity
Wind turbines will support both solar and grid electricity supplies
Ground-source heating and cooling are free energy alternatives.
Asking S2e to conduct a renewable energy feasibility study will:
Show how your school or academy can generate energy from heat pumps, solar panels and wind power
Provide expertise as to the best technologies available for your school’s needs
Advise on best use of your budget for maximum benefit.
Collaboration and recommendations
After analysing your needs and the scope for producing renewable energy, we will provide detailed guidance including, for example, the options for installing solar panels on the roof of buildings or in your grounds.
We will show you how a 2.5kW wind turbine could generate more than 15% of a school's electricity needs, set out how a ground-source heat pump will use less energy than an average gas or oil boiler to produce the same amount of heat and advise on what government funding is available to help fund these initiatives.
For more information on our Renewable Energy Production service please call 0116 5070130 or email enquire@s2e.org.uk.
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