Photovoltaic (PV) Energy Systems - for Wisconsin's Schools
PV on Schools
Including PV Systems at School Buildings
Building-integrated PV (BIPV)
Retrofitted PV Systems
Why PV?
PV System Incentives
Example - The Waunakee Community High School's PV System
Retrofitted PV Systems
For existing buildings it is easiest to locate the PV modules
on support structures located on the building's roof or attached as an awning.
These systems typically cost more than a BIPV system due to the
cost of the support structure, building wiring improvements, and rooftop
improvements. PV systems can also be installed on independent support structures located
next to the school.
Photo 8. A retrofitted 12-kW PV system located on the Southern Door School in Brussels, Wisconsin. Funded by the Wisconsin Public Service Foundation.
Photo 9. PV system at the Ferry Pass Middle School in Pensacola, Florida.
Why PV?
Schools are interested in BIPV for many reasons, not only the production
of electricity. These reasons can include:
- Enhancing student and community education
- Promoting sustainable development
- Becoming at least partly energy self sufficient
- Portraying a "green" image
- Increasing parents' interest and support of the schools activities
- Making the school more interesting for students, teachers and administrators
- Supporting a new industry and job creation
Photo 8 Applied Power Corporation
Photo 9 SolMates Foundation
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