Woodcrest Christian School
Commercial
Woodcrest Christian School
iconRiverside, CA | Solar Carport + Storage
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2019

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K–12 School

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473.4 kW

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540 kWh

  • Outcomes List:
  • • Offset 95% of school’s annual energy use
  • • 473.4 kW solar + 540 kWh battery storage
  • • Designed for resilience and cost savings
  • • Delivered through SolarMax PPA model
Stabilizing Campus Energy with Solar + Battery Storage
As energy prices rose and reliability concerns mounted, Woodcrest Christian School sought a future-ready solution that could reduce peak demand, provide backup during outages, and support California’s clean energy transition. SolarMax Tech delivered a custom-engineered system combining high-efficiency solar panels with robust battery storage, enabling the school to meet 95% of its annual energy needs with clean, renewable power. Our EPC-led approach turned operational concerns into a dependable energy asset built for the next generation.
Challenge
High Usage, Volatile Rates & No Backup
With over 1,000 students and staff across its Riverside campus, the school faced unpredictable utility bills and no contingency for power outages, creating both budgetary and operational risks.
Solution
Resilient Solar + 540kWh Battery Storage
We designed and installed a 473.4kW solar canopy system featuring 1,578 SunSpark panels and 6 Solectria inverters, paired with a 540kWh battery. This setup offsets 95% of annual energy needs while allowing the school to store excess energy and reduce peak load costs.
Outcome
Clean Energy + Energy Security
The new system not only slashes annual electricity bills, but it also boosts reliability and supports grid stability. With battery storage, the school is better prepared for outages and equipped to respond to peak demand, all while reducing its environmental footprint.
Solution

Delivering Solar + Storage to Maximize Self-Reliance

95%
Annual Energy Offset with Solar
540kWh
On-Site Battery Storage Capacity
473.4kW
System Capacity
1,578
SunSpark SST-300M Solar Panels
Overview

Woodcrest Christian School’s leadership team identified an opportunity to significantly reduce operating costs while strengthening their infrastructure. SolarMax Tech partnered with them to engineer a resilient, future-forward solar + battery system that aligns with educational priorities and community impact goals.

Located in Riverside, CA, the school’s expansive campus provided an ideal location for a solar parking canopy system. The installation included over 1,500 high-efficiency modules, inverter integration, and a commercial-grade battery system, designed and installed by our in-house EPC team.

The school required a cost-effective solution to reduce utility expenses, stabilize energy usage, and create a layer of protection against outages. They were also interested in enhancing sustainability without disrupting daily operations or requiring upfront capital.

We proposed a turnkey energy solution using a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), allowing the school to access clean energy and battery resilience at no upfront cost. Our team handled permitting, design, and construction, delivering a seamless solar and storage integration with minimal disruption to campus life.

Since installation, the school has cut energy spending dramatically and gained the ability to draw on battery reserves when needed. This not only reduces peak usage fees but ensures consistent service during outages, which would be a major value-add for any large-scale educational institution.

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