The Marathon Elementary School in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, part of the Hopkinton Public School District, aims to create a positive and secure learning environment for holistic student development.

Challenge:

The Hopkinton Public School District aimed to trim its annual utility budget, which surpassed one million dollars, and prioritize environmentally sustainable practices.

Solution:

The district partnered with Solect Energy to install a 260 kW rooftop solar system on the newly built Marathon Elementary School. This expansion, facilitated through a cost-free Power Purchase Agreement, elevated the school’s total energy production capacity to 318.7 kW, complementing an existing solar system. Additionally, the integration of a 222 kWh Tesla Powerpack battery further bolstered savings.

Results:

$35,000 in annual savings

This solar-plus-storage project is set to cut the school’s energy expenses by 75%, resulting in approximately $35,000 in annual savings with no initial costs. Over the system’s lifespan, the district expects to save nearly $1 million. This initiative stands as one of Massachusetts’ pioneering solar-plus-storage installations funded through a no-cost shared savings agreement.