Update
Please be aware that until national energy policy matters related to Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and the proposed introduction of the Solar Credits mechanism are resolved, schools are required to retain and not trade the RECs made available through the WA Solar Schools Program until further advised by SEDO.

The Western Australian (WA) Solar Schools Program supports solar power systems installed in WA schools.

The objectives of the program are to:

• enable students to learn about renewable energy and ways to save energy;
• raise community awareness of sustainable energy;
• increase the uptake of renewable energy; and
• lead to the long term reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

The WA Solar Schools Program is funded by the Western Australian Government and administered by the Sustainable Energy Development Office (SEDO).

The information provided below is an overview of the WA Solar Schools Program and should be used as a guide only.  Full details of eligibility criteria, rebates available and the application process are provided in the program guidelines.

Eligibility

The WA Solar Schools Program is available to WA primary, middle and high schools.

Non-government schools must be registered by the Minister for Education under the School Education Act 1999 and must be not-for-profit.

Rebates available

For solar power systems with an installed generating capacity of at least 950W, the WA Solar Schools Program will provide up to $12,500 (ex GST) for metropolitan schools and up to $13,000 (ex GST) for regional schools.

Funding is available for both new systems and additions to existing systems.  For additions to existing systems, the school must not have previously received funding from SEDO for that system.

Schools can seek additional funding from the Australian Government's National Solar Schools Program (conditions apply).

How to apply

Schools must thoroughly read the WA Solar Schools Program Guidelines (PDF 78 KB) to ensure that they understand and comply with the requirements of the program before commencing the application process.

Government schools - click here for application procedures.

Non-government schools - click here for application procedures.

Note: Application procedures differ due to Department of Treasury and Finance (Building Management and Works) procurement requirements for government schools.

Enquiries

Enquiries about the WA Solar Schools Program can be directed to SEDO:

Government schools – Ph: 9420 5721

Non-government schools – Ph: 9420 5634

Email: solarschools@energy.wa.gov.au.

Education and Information Resources

List of WA Solar Schools and Links to Schools


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