How our students helped make campus net-zero
Eighth graders measured, modelled and pitched the solar plan that now powers Brightfield.
Brightfield Communications
Two years ago, an 8th grade science class asked a simple question: how much energy does our school actually use? Their answer turned into a project that changed the campus.
From question to solar canopy
Students logged every meter on campus for a semester, modelled solar output on the parking lot and presented their findings to the board. The solar canopies went up last summer.
This year, Brightfield produced more energy than it used. The students who started it are now in 10th grade and still check the dashboard every morning.