Case studies
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St Colomb Minor School
Fact file
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| Sector |
Schools |
|---|---|
| Completed | June 2008 |
| Output |
14kWp |
| Installation time |
2 weeks |
| Roof type | Concrete tiles |
| Panel type |
Sanyo hybrid |
By using data logging equipment the panels are used to educate the school children about solar power.
Location
St Colomb Minor, Cornwall
Objective
The objectives were to reduce running costs and carbon dioxide emissions for the school. In addition, by using data logging equipment the panels are used to educate the school children about solar power.
Funding
The installation has been funded by grants from EDF Energy, The Cooperative and the Low Carbon Building Programme (LCBP).
