Photovoltaic panels at Bom Pastor Elementary School

Tipology

Photovoltaic panels
Self-Consumption Production Unit

Address

Rua de Arzila 4250-066 Porto

Location

Promoter

Agência de Energia do Porto

Manager

Domus Social and Águas e Energia do Porto

Area

5.200 m²

Cost

25.000€

Investment

Municipality of Porto

Date of intervention

2023

Presentation

52 photovoltaic panels were installed with an installed power of 23,66 kWp, which reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

This intervention was carried out as part of the Porto Solar project, led by the Municipality of Porto in partnership with the Agência de Energia do Porto, which consists of implementing renewable solar energy production solutions in 29 buildings in the Municipality of Porto, 25 of which are elementary schools.

Through the ‘Gamification of Renewable Energy in Schools’ initiative, part of Porto Solar, screens were placed at the entrance of schools to monitor in real time the energy production by photovoltaic panels and the school’s energy consumption, analysing the institution’s energy efficiency. Based on this data, the Agência de Energia do Porto rewards the institutions with the best energy performance.

This innovative approach not only promotes energy efficiency in schools, but also raises environmental awareness and knowledge among younger generations, preparing them for the challenges of a sustainable future.

Ecological functions

Renewable energy

Sustainable Development Goals

4. Quality education; 7. Affordable and clean energy; 10. Reducing inequalities; 11. Sustainable cities and communities; 13. Climate action

Results

Annual production of 35,63 MW/h, 51,85% of which was consumed directly at the respective facilities. This ensures 29,78% of energy needs.

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