The Energy of Change — Sunlight Schools
The sun gives energy — we empower children to keep learning. See how Ukrainian schools are becoming energy-resilient through this project.
+100%
Learning continuity during power outages
-50%
Reduction in electricity costs
Project Overview
How solar energy transforms Ukrainian schools
5 million children left without electricity
How solar energy transforms Ukrainian schools
The war has severely damaged Ukraine’s educational infrastructure: over 5 million children have lost consistent access to schooling, one in three schools has been damaged, and hundreds have been destroyed. Power outages and unstable internet connectivity cause up to 160 hours of lost learning time every month.
The pilot project in Monastyryska, Ternopil region, has already proven its effectiveness with stable electricity supply even during blackouts, lower operational costs, reduced CO₂ emissions, and hands-on education in renewable technologies for children.
100% Solar Energy in Action
What a school gains through the project:
A 20 – 50 kW solar plant, ensuring 100% energy independence during blackouts.
UAH 250,000 – UAH 500,000 in annual savings on electricity bills, allowing more funds for educational needs.
35 – 52 tons of CO₂ emissions reduced annually, equal to planting over 2,000 trees — a real step toward a school’s greener future.
The ability to sell surplus energy under Ukraine’s “green tariff”, generating up to UAH 200,000 in additional yearly income.v
An educational program on renewable energy, giving children practical skills and nurturing ecological awareness from an early age.
Step by step toward energy resilience
There are over 12,900 schools in Ukraine — each can become energy resilient and financially sustainable.
50 schools equipped with solar power plants mean over UAH 25 million in annual savings, 2,600 tons less CO₂, and continuous learning in 50 communities even during national crises.
500 schools represent UAH 250 million saved each year, over 26,000 tons of CO₂ avoided, and continuous learning for 250,000+ children even during energy disruptions.
In summer, the energy that powers classrooms turns into support for learning itself: schools can sell surplus electricity and reinvest it into new programs, repairs, and infrastructure upgrades. It’s a renewable model of power resilience and financial autonomy that can transform schools across the country.
Seasonal Dynamics of Surplus Energy
Infrastructure + Education
We align infrastructure with mindset — building both the physical and cultural foundations of sustainability from childhood.
Inputs
Funding, engineering expertise, community engagement, and partnerships with business.
Activities
Full-cycle implementation: from energy audits and system design to the installation of solar power plants, network integration, and educational programming.
Results
Continuous learning even during blackouts, financial savings, reduced CO₂ emissions, and hands-on experience in applying sustainable solutions.
Long-Term Impact
Energy-independent schools, resilient communities, and a generation ready to live and act sustainably.
What Donors Receive
Measurable Impact
Transparent data on financial savings, CO₂ reduction, and the number of children and communities benefiting from the project.
Naming Recognition
The project can carry the donor’s name, featured in public communications and signage at the supported school.
Full Transparency
Regular photo and video reports, open financial data, and continuous updates on every project stage.
ESG Alignment
Each contribution strengthens your company’s sustainability profile and integrates directly into ESG and CSR reporting.
Global Visibility
Media coverage in Ukrainian and international outlets enhancing brand reputation and global recognition.
Long-Term Legacy
An investment that works for decades — creating resilient communities and changing children’s lives for the better.
When a school keeps its lights on during a blackout, it’s more than electricity in a classroom. It’s children keeping their rhythm of learning. It’s parents who feel secure about tomorrow. It’s a community that experiences the power of resilience. Sunlight Schools program is an investment in a generation for whom energy resilience and sustainability are simply the norm.
Other ways to make a difference
Your support matters — time, resources, or partnerships all help drive change forward. Choose how you’d like to contribute:
Fund a project
Support one or more schools, receive a personalized impact report, and see the results for yourself.
Contribute in-kind
Share equipment, transport, or professional expertise to help evolve project implementation in schools.
Support education
Invest in learning materials, lectures, and events that build environmental awareness among children and prepare a generation for a sustainable future.