Revealed: The Hidden Energy Crisis in Schools—and How One School Beat It!

Massive Energy Savings for a Merseyside Secondary School: How G2V Helped Transform the Future of Education

Imagine running a secondary school on the edge of a financial cliff—where every penny counts, and hard choices need to be made between keeping the lights on and providing your students with the education they deserve. 

This was the situation a secondary school in Merseyside found itself in before turning to G2V for help. The school was struggling to balance its budget amidst rising energy costs and shrinking government funding.

But thanks to a revolutionary energy audit and the implementation of a PPA-funded solar solution, the school is now on the path to saving tens of thousands of pounds each year.

The Crisis: Funding Shortfalls and a Strained Education System

Like many schools across the UK, this Merseyside secondary school was facing a perfect storm of financial challenges.

With government funding barely keeping pace with inflation, the school was stretched thin.

The Breakthrough: G2V’s Tailored Energy Solution

Enter G2V Solar Energy Limited. When the school reached out to G2V, the team immediately identified an area where significant savings could be made—energy consumption. Schools often overlook the scale of their energy costs, but G2V’s expert energy audit revealed that this was an area ripe for improvement.

Through an in-depth audit, G2V uncovered savings that would amount to £31,000 annually by making strategic energy-efficient changes. But the solution didn’t stop there.

The G2V team knew that long-term energy sustainability was key to deeper, ongoing savings, so they recommended a PPA-funded solar solution.

The Solution: Solar-Powered Savings

By implementing a 162KW solar grid, the school could generate 137KW of renewable energy, resulting in a 51% reduction in its annual electricity bill. And the best part? There was no upfront cost to the school.

Under the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), the school agreed to pay a fixed 16p per kWh, which guaranteed stable, predictable energy costs for the next decade.

This solar solution alone will save the school an additional £27,000 per year. In total, with both the energy audit improvements and the solar grid in place, the school stands to save over £58,000 annually.

To put that into context, these savings could be reinvested in hiring additional staff, providing more resources for students, and supporting extracurricular programmes that had been under threat.

Moreover, excess energy generated over weekends and holidays, when the school’s energy demand is lower, will be sold back to the grid at 12p per kWh, adding another stream of income to the school’s budget.

The Long-Term Impact

The impact of G2V’s solution goes beyond mere cost savings. By stabilising the school’s energy costs, the leadership can now plan for the future with confidence. Gone are the days of cutting corners and sacrificing educational quality.

G2V has not only delivered financial relief but has also empowered the school to reinvest in what matters most—education.

The school can now direct more of its resources towards hiring new teachers, expanding the curriculum, and ensuring students have the support they need to succeed. And with the predictable, long-term benefits of solar energy, the savings will continue to grow, safeguarding the future of the school for years to come.

Conclusion: The Path to a Brighter Future

The energy crisis may be squeezing schools across the country, but the solution is within reach. G2V’s expert audits and cutting-edge renewable energy solutions can help schools like yours achieve massive savings, without upfront costs or disruption to daily operations.

If your school is facing similar financial pressures, it’s time to take action.

G2V can help you unlock the potential savings hidden in your energy consumption. Contact us today to book a free energy audit and start transforming your school’s future.