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The Green Energy Project - SJS-PH
The Karnataka Jesuit Educational Society, in partnership with Learn For Life Foundation, and the SJBHS Batch of 1977, is launching a Green Energy Program beginning with a pilot solar energy project at St Joseph’s School, Pandithahalli.
This initiative is designed to do more than reduce electricity costs. It aims to create a sustainable and scalable model that combines renewable energy, climate education, student engagement, and environmental responsibility. By adopting solar energy, the school hopes to reduce dependence on fossil fuels while creating long-term financial savings and promoting cleaner energy solutions.
The project also focuses strongly on education and student participation. Through climate clubs, energy monitoring activities, and sustainability programs, students will gain practical exposure to renewable energy and environmental stewardship. The initiative will encourage young people to become active contributors toward a greener future.
As a pilot project, the Pandithahalli solar initiative is intended to serve as a model that can be replicated across Jesuit schools and colleges throughout Karnataka. With support from educators, students, donors, and sustainability partners, the project represents an important step toward building greener campuses and stronger communities through clean energy.
Empowering Rural Education Through Clean Energy
St Joseph’s School, Pandithahalli has grown from just 98 students in 2019 to nearly 800 students today, becoming an important center for quality education in rural Mandya. With the expansion of classrooms, computer labs, smart boards, digital learning facilities, and student resources, the school’s electricity needs have increased significantly.
To address these growing demands and overcome frequent rural power cuts, the school is planning the installation of a 25 kVA Hybrid Solar Power System. This initiative will provide reliable and uninterrupted electricity for classrooms, laboratories, offices, and digital learning spaces while reducing dependence on conventional power sources.
The project is expected to significantly lower electricity costs, promote environmental sustainability, and create better learning opportunities for students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. By integrating renewable energy with education, St Joseph’s School aims to become a model green campus that inspires students and the wider community toward a more sustainable future.
