Solar panels are to be installed on maintained schools across Gloucestershire as part of the council's efforts to become carbon neutral
The panels are predicted to save £4,360 per school each year, and cut carbon dioxide emissions by 500 tonnes annually. Cabinet member for finance and change, councillor Lynden Stowe, said: “I hope the measures will encourage more people to follow suit and install solar panels on their homes and businesses.”
A report going to cabinet on 24 July states 85 out of 100 council-maintained schools could be suitable for the solar panels in the future.Mrs Stowe continued: "Schools have been very receptive to the plans, which will help them generate savings by reducing their energy bills.
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