GB Energy partners with Let’s Go Zero for school solar roll-out in north west England

The UK Government’s GB Energy Solar Partnership has named schools climate campaign Let’s Go Zero as a delivery partner in the north west of England. 

Let’s Go Zero, which is led by climate charity Ashden, is working with more than 7,000 schools in the UK and focuses on behavior change and the creation of bespoke school climate action plans. 

Working with GB Energy, it will support 46 schools and one college in north west England to decarbonize. This includes switching from fossil fuels to solar power, which Government estimates suggest could save a typical school up to £25,000 a year.

The GB Energy Solar Partnership aims to reduce energy costs for schools and reinvest the savings into frontline services

Alex Green, Head of Let’s Go Zero, says: “School rooftops are a hugely underused asset in the UK – so this solar roll-out in the North West is incredibly exciting.

“Let’s Go Zero will work closely with staff and students on energy-saving behaviours like switch-off campaigns and monitoring usage. Changing a variety of simple habits can cut a school’s energy use by at least 10%.

“Our Climate Action Advisors help each school identify the most effective solutions to cut energy bills, lower emissions, save money, and create inspiring learning environments for children, teachers, and families.”