Letter to the editor: Solar panels a good option for Hempfield school roof

Just read Julia Maruca’s article “Hempfield Area considering replacing high school auditorium roof” (June 13, TribLive). Seems like now would be an excellent time to consider the installation of solar panels on that portion of the roof.

Past articles in the Trib referenced studies done concerning this topic, as well as the cost offsets available and the potential savings. It has been reported that renewable energy sources produced more energy than that produced by coal for the first time.

Renewable sources of energy are increasing all the time. Are the students being exposed to these growing employment opportunities? Is Hempfield ignoring cost savings available by producing some or all of its electrical needs?

I would urge the school board to consider installing solar panels.

Robert Thomas

Greensburg