1. SOLAR FOR SCHOOLS

2. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We would like to respectfully acknowledge that this presentation is being presented in Treaty 6 territory.
We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries, and whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant communities.

3. FUNDERS AND PARTNERS
The Municipal Climate Change Action Centre provides funding, technical assistance, and education to support Alberta municipalities in addressing climate change.
The Municipal Climate Change Action Centre is a partnership between the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, and Rural Municipalities of Alberta.

4. AGENDA WHY SOLAR WHAT IS SFS REBATES 4. PROJECT SHOWCASE
5. STEPS TO SUCCESS
6. QUESTION PERIOD

5. SOLAR PV

6. WHAT IS SOLAR PV?
It is a renewable energy technology that converts energy from the sun into electricity.
Electricity is used first to power a building, and excess electricity is exported to the power grid. The power grid supplies electricity when there is not enough electricity from the solar panels.
Panels can be mounted on roofs, walls, and ground level.

7. WHY SOLAR?
An established technology which has been available since the 1950’s
Worldwide, more people are currently employed in the solar industry than the coal industry
Reduce operating expenses and greenhouse gas emissions
Fully commercialized for large and small-scale energy generation
Okotoks has a greater solar energy resource during months July to October than Miami (Flori­da) despite being 4,000 km further north.
Edmonton’s annual solar energy resource is 20%+ greater than Manchester (UK), despite both cities being at a latitude of 53.5°N.

8. ELIGIBILITY

9. ELIGIBLITY
School authorities are eligible if they govern Kindergarten (K), and/or a set of grades 1-12 and are defined by Alberta Education as:
Public, Charter, Francophone, or Separate
Schools are ineligible if they are defined as Private, Provincial, Federal, and First Nation or, have applied for or received funding from the Alberta Education Solar PV Technology System (STS) initiative, or are eligible for other solar programs in Alberta.
Schools must install a solar PV system on an existing school facility and include an educational component for students about climate change mitigation and renewable energy

10. FUNDING

11. TOTAL INSTALLED CAPACITY (DC)
REBATE
Less than 10 kilowatts
$1.50/Watt
10 kilowatts to 150 kilowatts
$1.25/Watt
150 kilowatts to 2 megawatts
$1.10/Watt
2 megawatts to 5 megawatts
$1.00/Watt
The rebate maximum is 30% of eligible expenses. Funding is available on a first come, first served basis. Municipalities are eligible to submit multiple applications.
Receive a rebate per watt of total installed capacity ($/W), and the rate tier is determined by the total installed capacity of a project. Maximum funding is up to 50% of capital costs for a project.

12. EXAMPLE

13. School looking to install solar on the roof…
System Size: 50 kW
Project cost: $125,000
Rebate category: $1.25/Watt (for projects 10 kW to 150 kW)
SFS rebate: $1.25/Watt x 50kW = $62,500
Less than or equal to 50% of project cost so full amount received
Payback reduced by 12 years because of SFS funding
40% of the project costs are covered.

14. CASE STUDY

15. ROCKY VIEW SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 41
COCHRANE HIGH SCHOOL

16. 50.5 kW $63,125 $63,169 404.3 tCO2e 50.5kW SYSTEM ON SCHOOL ROOF
INSTALLED CAPACITY kW
REBATE AMOUNT
50.5 kW
$63,125
ANNUAL ENERGY SAVINGS
ANNUAL GHG REDUCTIONS
$63,169
404.3 tCO2e

17. EDUCATION COMPONENT

18. TEACHING KIDS ABOUT SOLAR
There are many ways to meet the SFS Education Component:
Solar science projects (solar car, solar light box, solar oven)
Hands on learning
Integrating live system production results
40% of the project costs are covered.

19. GET STARTED

20. 1 2 3 4 5 6 PARTICIPATION TIMELINE Review guidebook and resources
Get quotes from multiple contractors, and submit EOI
Select contractor and submit application
Sign funding agreement
Complete project, education component and submit documentation
Receive funding, and save energy and money

21. OTHER FUNDING AND SERVICES

22. OTHER FUNDING PROGRAMS
ELECTRIC VEHICLES FOR MUNICIPALITIES
RECREATION ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM
MUNICIPAL ENERGY MANAGER PROGRAM
SOLAR FOR SCHOOLS PROGRAM
PARTNERS FOR CLIMATE PROTECTION
Network of Canadian municipalities committed to taking action on climate change.
Members benefit from our support to reduce GHGs.
Free training, resources and advice with Regional Climate Advisors.
The Action Centre is now home to Alberta’s Regional Climate Advisor. Reach out for local expertise, advice and training.

23. ADVISORY SERVICES PARTNERS FOR CLIMATE PROTECTION PROGRAM
Network of Canadian municipalities committed to taking action on climate change.
Members benefit from our support to reduce GHGs.
Free training, resources and advice with Regional Climate Advisors.
The Action Centre is now home to Alberta’s Regional Climate Advisor. Reach out for local expertise, advice and training.

24. THANK YOU
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