Repower Our Schools: 100% Renewable Energy Offers Schools Many Benefits -
STEM Training for Clean Energy Jobs
Solar installations also provide critical learning opportunities that are currently lacking for students. As of 2010, less than one-third of U.S. eighth graders show proficiency in mathematics and science. This is especially troubling because seven of the ten occupations projected to grow most rapidly over the next decade are in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. Already the U.S. solar industry employs 173,000 solar workers and has more employees than there are coal miners.
By incorporating onsite solar installation into STEM curriculum, students will have hands on experience in today’s booming energy economy that can bridge the education gap.
Health & Environmental Protection
The health and environmental benefits of schools investing in renewable energy cannot be overlooked. While there has been major progress to decommission coal-fired power plants across the country, the burning of fossil fuels in the U.S. is still a major contributor to air and water pollution, especially greenhouse gas emissions driving global climate change.
These pollutants increase the incidence and severity of cancer, heart disease, asthma and other lung diseases in children and adults. One of the main reasons children miss school is because they suffer from asthma. According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, an estimated 7 million U.S. children have been diagnosed with asthma and more than 13 million days of school are missed each year because of the condition.
- See more at: http://www.prwatch.org/news/2015/02/12727/renewable-energy-offers-schools-savings-health-learning-opportunities#sthash.C5e4Jq1t.dpuf
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