Malaysia100, MP Ipoh Timor YB Howard Lee, and representatives from TNB and GSPARX conducted a site visit to 7 schools in the Kinta Valley to further explore the development of the landmark solar energy initiative in government-assisted schools.
Out of the 14 schools that signed the MoU, visits to the 7 schools were conducted by TNB and GSPARX with the aim of inspecting the main electrical panels and assessing the roofing size and area using drone units. The roof measurements provide GSPARX and TNB with comprehensive data to determine the number of solar panels that can be installed, as well as to assure the schools of the projected savings. This process is crucial not only for measuring viable roof space for photovoltaic (PV) panel installation but also for identifying unsafe roof structures.
Malaysia100 recognizes that several of these schools are housed in heritage buildings that have stood for over a century. As strong advocates for the preservation of heritage, we are committed to implementing sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions that respect and conserve these historical structures.
This pilot solar energy initiative in schools by GSPARX and TNB supports the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR). A generation of energy-conscious citizens is being raised across Perak, starting with these 7 schools, by equipping them with the right technology and expertise. If renewable energy is wisely matched with supply and demand alongside downstream technology reliant on the critical mineral industries, Perak could easily become an iconic state in both local and international markets.
If there are any schools that wish to participate in the Zero Capital solar panel project initiative by GSPARX and TNB, please contact us at [email protected].
Key Takeaways Objectives
Here are three key takeaways objectives for this initiative:
- 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙚 𝙎𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙀𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝘼𝙙𝙤𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣: The initiative aims to foster a transition to renewable energy within educational institutions, reducing carbon footprints and setting a standard for sustainable practices in schools.
- 𝙀𝙣𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙀𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙊𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙏𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝 𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨: By eliminating upfront costs for solar energy adoption, the initiative enables schools to redirect financial savings into enhancing educational programs, resources, and student development.
- 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙋𝙪𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙘-𝙋𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥𝙨: This project underscores the importance of collaboration between government, private sector, and educational institutions, demonstrating a scalable model for sustainable development that can be replicated globally.
