School Boosts Teachers’ Salaries With Money Saved From Switching to Solar Power in Arkansas

School Boosts Teachers’ Salaries With Money Saved From Switching to Solar Power in Arkansas
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Jenni Julander
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One Arkansas school has gained recognition for an unconventional approach to supporting their staff: using their energy savings to boost teacher salaries.

After a 2017 energy audit revealed that Batesville School District was paying over $600,000 in utility bills, the district knew something had to change.

Jenni Julander
Jenni Julander
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Jenni Julander is a writer based in the Rocky Mountains, where she received her writing education. She covers human interest and trending news for The Epoch Times.
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