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PRIMARY SCHOOLS TO COMPETE TO WIN SOLAR PANELS
Primary schools across England, Wales and Northern Ireland are being offered a unique opportunity to win solar panels, crowd-funded by Friends of the Earth supporters. The competition, launched Tuesday 9 September, invites pupils to submit creative entries, such as artwork or film, demonstrating why they’d love their school to be powered by solar energy.
The winning school, chosen by public vote at the start of the new year, will receive a solar installation free of charge. The panels will make thousands of pounds every year for the school – meaning more to spend on playgrounds, libraries and trips. It’s the first time that Friends of the Earth has crowd-funded a renewable energy project. Its new Run on Sun campaign, supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery, aims to make it easier for schools to benefit through solar power.
Friends of the Earth’s Renewable Energy Campaigner Anna Watson said:
“Solar panels are a win-win for schools and the environment – not to mention the kids. As well as slashing electricity bills, they’re a great example of clean energy in action and tackling climate change.
“Whether it’s your children’s school, local school, or your old school from years gone by – nominate them today for the chance to win free solar panels!”
Entries are to be submitted online only, as photographs, film, or slideshows. They will be showcased in a gallery on Friends of the Earth’s website. For more information and to enter, visit: https://www.foe.co.uk/go/solarcompetition. Competition closes 15 December 2014.