Anacortes High School is in the process of installing a 1.1 kilowatt solar electric system on the alcove over the front of the school.  The project will demonstrate the ease of generating electricity from solar energy at the high school as well as kindle awareness of climate change issues and reinforce the need to shrink our carbon footprint.

When completed, the project is expected to generate an annual 1100 kilowatt-hrs of electricity.  It will also serve as the foundation for several class curriculums in Physics, AP Environmental Studies, and Principles of Technology.  Faculty and students hope to create a real-time data website, monitor the system’s performance, set up a real-time display case, and perform energy audits.

The AHS Solar PV Project is actively soliciting donations and will also apply for grants to pay for the purchase of equipment and hardware.  Please consider donating to this worthwhile project and help pave the way for future generations to move away from electricity generated by fossil fuels.

Contact Person:  Eric Shen, 360-299-8553,  sydster2@wavecable.com