Milpitas Unified School District Launches 3.4-MW Solar and Energy Efficiency Program

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The Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD) recently began construction on a 14-site, district-wide solar power and energy efficiency program designed to supply 75% of the district's total annual electricity needs. The 3.4-megawatt solar installation will generate what is believed to be the highest percentage of solar power for any K-12 school district in the U.S., and will supply 100% of the MUSD's power during the peak demand summer months. The project is expected to reduce the MUSD's energy costs by more than 22%, freeing $12 million in savings for the general fund over the life of the solar power system. In addition to building parking canopies and shade structures with solar photovoltaic arrays at 13 schools and one district site, Chevron Energy Solutions (CES) will provide maintenance for the system and measure and ensure its performance. CES will also install energy management software on the MUSD's computers to improve energy efficiency. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of the 2008.

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