20-35%
Operating cost reduction
ICT
Infrastructure protected
Daytime
Perfect load alignment
Zero Capex
Options available
Why Solar for Schools & Campuses
The business case for solar
Schools, colleges and universities face a dual challenge: tight operating budgets squeezed by rising electricity costs, and the increasing dependence on ICT infrastructure that cannot tolerate power interruptions. Load shedding during exam periods is particularly damaging.
Solar and battery storage offer schools a compelling solution: reduce operating costs by 20-35%, protect critical ICT and security systems during outages, and demonstrate environmental leadership. Solar carports over parking areas provide dual value — renewable energy generation plus covered parking for staff and visitors.
The Problem
The energy challenge
Rising tariffs, load shedding and grid instability are hitting this sector hard. Here's what we see:
Tight budgets with every Rand needed for educational outcomes, not electricity bills
Load shedding disrupts computer labs, smart boards, admin systems and examinations
ICT infrastructure is increasingly critical and power-dependent
Boarding schools and campuses have extended operating hours and residential loads
Pressure to demonstrate sustainability and environmental responsibility to communities
Our Solution
How SolarXgen solves it
Rooftop Solar
School buildings, halls and covered walkways all offer suitable mounting surfaces for solar arrays.
BESS for Examinations
Battery backup ensures ICT labs, admin systems and examination centres remain operational during load shedding.
Carport Solar
Solar carports provide covered parking for staff while generating clean energy for the campus.
Educational Integration
Solar installations can serve as teaching tools — real-time energy dashboards for science and environmental studies.
Budget-Friendly Funding
Zero-capex options preserve limited capital budgets. Energy savings redirect funds to education.
Campus-Wide Monitoring
Real-time monitoring and reporting of energy generation, consumption and savings across the campus.