As part of a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement, SolarCity will also offer free installation, maintenance and monitoring services.
With the installation, the district will save over $70,000 in the first year of operation and more than $910,000 over the system’s lifetime.
The solar arrays will additionally displace more than 49 million pounds of carbon dioxide emissions every year in the region.
District energy education specialist Rob Hutchinson said that energy efficiency is primary at Woodland Joint Unified School District with environmental, economic and educational benefits.
"Going solar is another giant step forward in decreasing our energy consumption, which maximizes the funds available for educational programs and support services," Hutchinson added.
SolarCity project development manager Anastasia Beckett stated, "They’ve been a leader in the movement to protect the planet for future generations and preserve precious budget dollars."
