What would it cost?
The average commercial price for installation of a 100kW solar system in Perth 2020 has fallen to around $100,000; however, bulk-purchasing could reduce this further. The total installation cost across all 870 WA public schools is estimated to be around $78 million.
When savings are taken into consideration, this program could be delivered by the Department of Education at no cost – and would generate millions of dollars in future savings in electricity costs.