The Sandals Foundation has completed a new solar-powered energy installation at Woburn Methodist School, advancing its commitment to strengthening energy security within the Caribbean’s education infrastructure.

Valued at EC $33,350, the milestone was formally commemorated during a handover ceremony, bringing together school administrators, community partners, and education stakeholders to mark the transition to a more energy-secure learning environment.

“Education is one of the most powerful drivers of national development,” said Heidi Clarke, Executive Director of the Sandals Foundation. “When schools have consistent energy access, it strengthens everything—from digital instruction and teacher preparedness to operational efficiency and long-term sustainability. The transition to solar is both practical and forward-looking. It supports learning today while helping institutions plan confidently for the future.”

At Woburn Methodist School, the solar installation supports the growing integration of technology in education, ensuring computer-based learning, internet connectivity, and multimedia instruction remain central features of the school environment.

“As education systems across the region continue to modernize, schools continue to serve as students’ primary access point to digital tools—making reliable electricity essential to preparing young learners for an evolving global economy,” says Principal of Woburn Methodist School, Mr. Richard Japal.

Beyond the classroom, the benefits extend into the wider community. Woburn, like many other schools, often operate as community hubs, hosting meetings, training programmes, and development initiatives. Strengthening their infrastructure improves resilience at the local level and contributes to national energy security goals.

District Education Officer, Mrs. Curleen Aban-Marshal, highlighted that the project’s impact extends beyond Woburn Methodist School to benefit Grenada as a whole. “This initiative represents more than the installation of solar panels—it is the passing on of hope, sustainability, and empowerment. The system also provides valuable, real-life learning opportunities for students to understand renewable energy in action. It aligns perfectly with our national mission for a greener, more resilient Grenada,” she said.

The installation at Woburn Methodist School now joins a growing portfolio of solar-powered institutions implemented by the Sandals Foundation across the region—each representing a step toward more sustainable schools, community centers and clinics better equipped for the years ahead.