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Energy & Innovation

Solar Power & Storage

Energy & Innovation: Solar Power & Storage
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  • 26 Campuses: We have installed solar carports and canopies at 26 different sites, providing both clean power and much-needed shade for our students and staff.

  • 60%+ Powered by Sun: On average, more than 60% of the electricity used across our campuses is generated on-site from clean, renewable energy.

  • 6.1 Megawatts: The total capacity of our district-wide solar carports—one of the largest school solar footprints in the region.

  • Smart Storage: We utilize Tesla Battery Storage at multiple high-demand sites to store solar energy and reduce our reliance on the grid during peak hours.

LED Lighting Retrofits

Energy & Innovation: LED Lighting Retrofits
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  • 173,000 kWh Saved: The Joe Baca Middle School project alone saves enough energy to power 25 homes for an entire year.

EV Charging Stations

Energy & Innovation: EV Charging Stations
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Grand Terrace Elementary School EV Charging

 

Electric Transport

Energy & Innovation: Electric Transport
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Through partnerships with the California Energy Commission (CEC), we are transitioning to electric school buses to ensure our students have a cleaner, quieter, and zero-emission ride to school.