library solar projects – Apr 21

Posted by EBSCO on April 4, 2023

EBSCO Solar invites applications for library solar projects

EBSCO is the leading provider of research databases, e-journal, and e-package subscription management, book collection development and acquisition management, and a major provider of library technology, e-books, and clinical decision solutions for universities, colleges, hospitals, corporations, government, K12 schools, and public libraries worldwide.

According to the company, solar power is the cleanest and most abundant renewable energy source available and can help make a critical impact on improving the environment. To that end, EBSCO Solar invites applications from libraries seeking to fund a solar library project to help offset its electricity costs. Libraries should be able to support an array large enough to offset a significant portion of their electricity costs. Libraries with a sustainability program and plans to involve patrons/students and the community will also be considered.

In 2023, a total of $300,000 in grants will be available. EBSCO will pay for the initial installation through the gift, and the library, town, or college will own the system. Grantees will be responsible for all post-installation/ongoing maintenance of the solar array.

Eligible applicants include all academic, school, and public libraries that are current EBSCO customers.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the EBSCO website.

Deadline: April 21, 2023