New Greener Schools Pilot Cuts Annual Costs by Nearly £15,000

London’s New Sun‑Powered Schools: A Bright Future for Pupils and Pockets

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has just rolled out his Greener Schools pilot, giving 38 schools across 16 boroughs a chance to trim their energy bills and boost classroom budgets.

What the Pilot Means for Schools

£2.9 million initial funding — each school can access over £77 000 on average.
Thanks to an extra £9.6 million from local boroughs, a further £1 million is earmarked for 13 more schools.
Target savings: almost £15 000 per school on energy costs.
Potential nationwide savings: more than £50 million a year if every school goes green.

How Schools Will Use the Funds

Install insulation, LED lights, solar panels and heat pumps.
Launch climate‑engagement projects: school‑wide sustainability workshops and water‑conservation programs.
Help students become the next generation of climate champions.

Why This Matters

With the pilot’s success, the city’s net‑zero goal for 2030 looks more attainable—and the extra money can be spent on books, tech, and great new teachers.

Voices from the Field

Sadiq Khan (Mayor) says:

“I’m thrilled to see the first schools jump aboard our Greener Schools initiative. With this investment, lessons will cost less, learning will shine brighter, and we’ll finally have a say in cutting that air pollution haze.”

Mete Coban (Deputy Mayor for Environment) adds:

“The enthusiastic response from boroughs and schools shows that teamwork really does unlock extra dollars, giving even more children the green education they deserve.”

Helen Bruckdorfer (Headteacher) remarks:

“We’re ecstatic to secure this grant. It’s a key step for our climate action plan—solar panels, LEDs, and less waste will keep our community greener.”

Rachel Carli (Headteacher) says:

“As an Eco School, this grant fuels our commitment to the planet. It’s a major win for Enfield’s Climate Action Plan.”

How It Fits Into the Bigger Picture

London’s pilot dovetails with the Great British Energy project, which aims to fit rooftop solar on 200 schools and 200 hospitals—helping institutions save money for the next academic year right away.