Phased Solar Implementation

DJUSD introduced placement of solar array on 13 sites within the district. However, more than 8 sites cannot be constructed concurrently. To accommodate solar implementation construction will occur in phases. 

Phase One of the solar initiative consisted of school sites that were able to begin construction during summer 2023. These sites included Emerson/DVJH, Harper, Holmes, Korematsu, Pioneer and the Maureen Poole Capitol Operations Center. Completion for this project is anticipated for spring 2024.

Phase Two of solar array implementation included planning for Birch Lane, César Chávez, Montgomery, North Davis, Patwin and Willett elementary schools. As part of our continued commitment to sustainability and clean energy, DJUSD had planned to move forward with solar energy implementation through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), however, due to recent changes in Net Energy Metering (NEM) legislation in California, the District will revisit and reassess Phase 2 of this initiative in Winter 2026. Until then, we remain commited to energy sustainability and will continue to monitor these developments and engage with our community as we move forward.