Renewable energy solutions for Schools
Helping schools lower costs and reach net zero
Schools manage a wide range of buildings with fixed budgets, term-time usage patterns, and increasing sustainability expectations from governments and communities. Rising energy costs and evolving regulations mean schools are under pressure to manage energy more efficiently while maintaining safe, comfortable learning environments. At RES, we support schools with practical energy solutions that fit budgets, improve efficiency, and support long-term sustainability — without disrupting teaching and learning.
Custom renewable solutions for schools
Solar PV solutions
Many schools have suitable roof space for solar PV, making on-site generation a practical option. Solar can help offset daytime electricity demand during school hours, reduce reliance on the grid, and support sustainability goals and initiatives.
EV charging points
EV charging can support staff and visitor parking, as well as school vehicles as fleets begin to transition to electric. Installing EV charging is a visible, future-focused improvement that supports decarbonisation plans and helps future-proof sites.
LED lighting and IoT controls
LED upgrades improve efficiency across classrooms, corridors, and sports halls while enhancing lighting quality. When paired with smart controls, lighting can be aligned with lesson times, clubs, and cleaning hours, reducing unnecessary usage outside of school hours.
Energy monitoring
Energy monitoring gives schools clear visibility of usage patterns across buildings, helping identify avoidable consumption and unexpected spikes. Over time, this helps prioritise improvements and supports better planning without disrupting day-to-day school operations.
Energy procurement
We help schools review and secure energy contracts that reflect term-time usage, occupancy patterns, and budget constraints. This supports clearer budget planning and reduces the risk of unexpected cost increases.
Energy management
We provide insight into how energy is used across classrooms, corridors, and shared spaces. By identifying out-of-hours usage and inefficiencies, we help schools reduce unnecessary consumption while keeping buildings comfortable and compliant.
Energy strategy
We support schools with practical, long-term energy plans that balance affordability, compliance, and sustainability. From prioritising quick efficiency improvements to planning future investment, we help schools make steady progress towards carbon reduction targets.
Supporting smarter energy in schools
Schools face increasing pressure to manage energy costs while maintaining safe, comfortable learning environments. We help schools take a structured approach to energy, bringing together procurement, day-to-day performance insight, and long-term planning. Our focus is on reducing avoidable energy spend, improving efficiency across school buildings, and supporting sustainability goals — without disrupting teaching and learning.
Benefits of renewable energy for schools
Schools are working with fixed budgets while facing rising energy costs and increasing expectations around sustainability. Renewable energy can help reduce long-term spend, improve stability in an unpredictable market, and support a more efficient approach to running school buildings.
Renewables also help schools demonstrate measurable progress towards carbon reduction targets, supporting wider net zero policies and sustainability initiatives. Alongside cost benefits, visible improvements such as on-site generation can reinforce environmental values and provide learning opportunities for pupils and the wider school community.
Lower Energy
Costs
Improve Budget Certainty
Meet School Targets
Stay
Compliant
Boost
Sustainability
Reach Net Zero Goals
We care about our planet, you should too.
Talk to one of our team today about implementing renewable energy solutions into your business.
