Devon school 'goes green'

June 25 2010

A school in Devon has taken steps to improve its green credentials by installing solar panels.

Plymtree Church of England Primary School is looking to reduce its carbon footprint by 3,000 tonnes a year, the South Devon Express reports.

Headteacher Pat Fay said installing the £23,000 panels has been great for science lessons.

"Part of the reason we are doing this is because we are trying to encourage children to be thoughtful citizens and do everything they can to protect their environment," she told the publication.

Ms Fay added that the school is trying to be as green as possible and encourage pupils to do the same.

In related news, 16,000 students across Leeds took part in a special event earlier this week to raise awareness about environmental issues.

According to the Yorkshire Pose, youngsters took part in recycled art workshops and visited an organic farm, among other things.

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