A Science department at a school in Alveston is attempting to become more sustainable.
Marlwood School has recently had 11 Solar Photovoltaic Panels installed onto the roof of one of its science laboratories so it can be developed as a ‘green lab’.
(On the right: The proud team of Marlow school)
The energy produced by the panels will run appliances and lighting in the lab and any excess will be sold to the national grid.
Students being taught in the ‘green lab’ will be able to monitor the amount of energy being produced.
Mel Jeffries, Science College community development officer, said: "The ultimate aim is for this educational environment to become carbon neutral and subsequently impact upon the students thinking in terms of the sustainable future.
"The benefits to be gained from this environment will be monitored by the students during relevant aspects of their learning. This will extend across the curriculum and not just be restricted to science lessons."
The panels cost £15,000 to install and were paid for by grants from The Low Carbon Buildings Programme (LCBP), The Thornbury Grammar School Foundation and the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust.
Other projects being considered for the ‘green lab’ include rainwater harvesting, energy-conserving lighting and insulation improvements.
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