Rocklands School
TFE Africa
South Africa faces a coal-dependent energy sector with high carbon emissions. The national utility, ESKOM, is struggling, leading the wealthy to install solar while those that can't afford it are left in the dark. The Smart Schools project addresses this by installing solar systems on schools, reducing grid dependence and ensuring classrooms operate during blackouts. Schools pay for the solar electricity at a rate 20% lower than the standard grid tariff. Revenues cover the initial loan and system maintenance, offering an inclusive, innovative solution to the energy crisis.
Overview
Decarbonising with
Solar
Total Carbon Reduced
28.7
t CO2
Location
Capricorn Road, Mitchells Plain, Western Cape 7798, South Africa
Project Age
2 years 9 months
Total Energy Generated
32
MWh
System capacity
20.20
kW
Grid emission factor
0.91
kg/kWh