Beaverton Health and Science School

Live Solar Electric Generation

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At Bonneville Environmental Foundation (BEF), we believe addressing the planet’s most pressing environmental challenges requires innovation, creative problem solving and discovering a new way of doing business that values the natural resources we depend on. We also believe education plays a critical role in securing a clean energy, low-carbon future. Our nationally renowned Solar 4R Schools program is inspiring a new generation of clean energy leaders with the insight and innovative thinking necessary to solve the nation’s most pressing energy challenges. To get there, we’re transforming solar technology into a complete STEM classroom learning experience. With the help of our corporate, nonprofit and utility funding partners, our vision is to integrate engaging renewable energy education into every science classroom in the nation. Learn more at Solar4RSchools.org.


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Gerding Edlen Sustainable Solutions (GESS) is a resource efficiency company that provides comprehensive developer-led retrofit program management services to public and private real estate portfolio owners, including school districts, community colleges and universities. We leverage 15 years of green building development experience at Gerding Edlen to upgrade building, campus and site performance by optimizing energy, water and waste efficiency. As part of our suite of services, we provide third-party financing for solar projects.


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Kenyon Energy develops, finances and operates commercial, municipal and utility solar projects in markets across the nation. Kenyon has vertically-integrated capabilities in project origination, finance, O&M and asset management. Since its inception in 2009, the company has focused on the development and operation of photovoltaic facilities and has quickly constructed an impressive and varied portfolio of projects. With over 100 facilities under management in more than 15 states, Kenyon is one of the nation’s premiere solar owner-operators. This growth has been fostered by strong commitments to quality, efficiency, attention to detail and loyalty to both customers and partners.


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Portland General Electric is a recognized leader in the utility industry with more than a century of experience delivering safe and reliable electricity. PGE serves more than 755,000 retail customers in the Northwest. The company supports the community through a variety of innovative philanthropic, volunteer and environmental stewardship efforts. Learn more at www.portlandgeneral.com.


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The Northwest Environmental Defense Center (NEDC) is an independent nonprofit organization working to protect the environment and natural resources of the Pacific Northwest. NEDC provides legal support to individuals and organizations with environmental concerns, and engages in litigation, advocacy and educational efforts in support of its mission. Located at Lewis and Clark Law School, NEDC also provides valuable hands-on environmental advocacy experience for students.

Thanks!

Through strong partnerships, local communities are having a position of influence on global issues.

BEAVERTON HEALTH AND SCIENCE SCHOOL would like to thank The Energy Trust of Oregon for funding this project and Bonneville Environmental Foundation for providing project management and educational materials. By choosing non-polluting, renewable energy and protecting important natural resources, we are making a difference in the health of our community and environment, now and for generations to come. It is our hope that this project will inspire students to pursue careers and make decisions that make our world a better place.