SolarCity: High Powered Solar Panels in Dumaguete

Since the installation of the solar power system, one of the most meaningful changes at Foundation University has been the improvement in safety and overall well-being across campus.

With 65% of the university now powered by solar energy, classrooms, offices, and key pathways remain well-lit even during power interruptions. This has greatly reduced safety risks during evening classes, campus activities, and extended work hours for both students and staff.

Reliable lighting has created a more secure and comfortable environment, allowing academic and administrative activities to continue without the anxiety of sudden outages. Students are able to focus on learning, while staff can carry out their responsibilities with greater confidence and peace of mind.

Beyond providing clean energy, the solar power project is helping foster a campus environment where safety, productivity, and well-being are supported on a daily basis.

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• university website

In 2016, the university took a bold step toward sustainability, it invested in solar technology to reduce its reliance on conventional energy sources.  Almost a decade later, that decision continues to deliver meaningful results to the campus, the students and our planet.

Energy savings go further as the existing solar panel system reduces the university's electricity costs.  These savings are reinvested into scholarships which is what the university is all about.  Its goal has always been to educate the financially challenged but intellectually gifted. A portion also goes to campus improvements that is much needed most especially that the population continually grow each academic year.  Research programs can move forward on mitigating climate change and environmental issues.

By generating its own clean energy, it has significantly lowered its carbon footprint.  Every ray of sunlight captured by the panels contribute to cleaner air, healthier environment and a more sustainable future for the entire community.  The university continues to inspire the community as it remains proud of its solar power in action

The university is still 50% solar powered as it will need more finances to cover the entire campus.  Its vision is not only to power the campus but to inspire a broader movement toward clean, sustainable energy in the entire province.

The sun shines on the campus everyday.  The light it gives not only powers buildings but also powers the future of the entire community.