Delivering Solar at Schools Since 2016
We maintain the trust and confidence of diverse partners through persistent good work. To date, we’ve partnered with more than 16 school districts and have executed more Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) across the Commonwealth than any other solar company.
Sun Tribe boasts a team of more than 80 experienced development, engineering, financial, regulatory, procurement, and construction experts. Our projects save school districts millions of dollars, avoid tens of millions of tons of fossil-fuel-driven CO2 emissions and air pollution, and benefit thousands of people in the communities in which we operate.
Delivering Your Project
We work with you hand in hand to take solar projects beyond the blueprint. Our team has decades of collective experience bringing projects online while providing outstanding service for administrators, public officials, and community members. With a culture centered around safety, and multiple NABCEP-certified staffers, we work with you to build high-quality projects safely and on time.
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SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Virginia Beach City Public Schools announces 67 new scholarship recipients in partnership with Sun Tribe and Tidewater Community College
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SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
Pittsylvania County Schools and Sun Tribe complete rooftop solar projects on four schools and begin work on five additional schools
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AUGUST 9, 2023
Henrico approves solar panel installation for Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, advancing the County's solar energy initiatives.
Solar Empowered Schools
Solar schools have the unique opportunity to transform their solar arrays into learning labs for renewable energy, generating rich STEM curriculum connections for students of any age — from elementary schoolers learning about the sun to high schoolers engaging in technical career training.
Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)
For public sector partners, the up-front investment required to design and install a solar system has historically been cost prohibitive. However, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) have changed that dynamic significantly. They are an essential tool in ensuring that schools, local governments, and non-profits have the ability to save money by embracing solar.
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TESTIMONIAL
Middlesex County Public Schools
“…this is a big win for Middlesex. The hands-on, authentic learning opportunities for our students are equally valuable. We’re proud to partner with Sun Tribe”
Dr. Peter GretzMiddlesex County Public Schools
K-12 Solar Projects in the News
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The Washington Post
The Washington Post explores the momentum around solar in Virginia Schools, highlighting Sun Tribe projects in Middlesex and Arlington Counties
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ABC – 13News Now
Newport News Public Schools adopt solar to innovate student education and save the school district $4 million in electricity costs.
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Richmond Times-Dispatch
Sun Tribe’s work on schools in Richmond, Middlesex County, Powhatan County, Henrico County, and Hanover County is featured as a leading Virginia trend
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Solar Power World
As Virginia’s solar market grows, Sun Tribe will be partnering with Fairfax County as part of the largest solar PPA in Virginia’s history
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WSVA
Thanks to a partnership with Sun Tribe, Shenandoah County Public Schools will save $475,000 and provide STEM educational opportunities for students.
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Virginia Gazette
Working with Sun Tribe Solar, King William County Public Schools embraces a “go-green approach” and saves millions of taxpayer dollars.
K-12 Inquires
Katherine Knight
Director of Business Development
[email protected]
800-214-4579
Mailing Address:
107 5th Street SE
Charlottesville, VA 22902