West Virginia School District Makes Historic Transition to Solar Power

The move, facilitated by the Inflation Reduction Act, is expected to save the school system $6.5 million over a 25-year agreement.

Wayne County Schools in West Virginia is transitioning to solar power, marking the largest-ever single demonstration of sun-powered renewable electricity in Appalachian public schools.
The project is a result of the Inflation Reduction Act, which included incentives for projects in coal communities and was shaped by Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin.
The solar project represents the largest power purchase agreement ever signed in West Virginia, expected to save the school system $6.5 million over the 25-year agreement.
Up to 10,000 solar panels are expected to deliver as much as 5.33 Megawatts of power to Wayne County Schools each year.
The anticipated financial impact of the project, set to be completed in 2025, is enough to fund the salaries of three additional teachers for the duration of their careers.