KIMT News 3 – In 2021, the Minnesota legislative session developed a plan for solar energy in schools.Now – the Minnesota Department of Commerce Solar for Schools Program is on track to award nearly $8 million dollars for up to 80 school across the state.The state is awarding these grants based on the financial need of the school districts.Around 70 percent of all rural schools in Minnesota fall below the state average for operating referendum dollars.Schools with the most need can get up to 95 percent of system costs covered, which is up to $114,000.Once the schools are accepted, they have one year to finish the installation process – which, has been a little but of a challenge.”Another thing we’re dealing with right now is supply chain issues,” said MN…
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