ERDF funds are greatly contributing to La Rinconada (Seville) municipality’s urban development. One of the most significant lines within this strategy is “Reducing Energy Consumption”.

Among the various initiatives developed, the “Installation of Photovoltaic Panels on the Roof of the Nuestra Señora del Patrocinio (PÚA) School” stands out.

This project, which coincides with the 50th anniversary of the educational centre, involved installing photovoltaic panels on the roof of the PÚA. The aim is to harness renewable energy to reduce both the emission of polluting gases into the atmosphere and the electricity bill.

This initiative is part of one of the strategic lines of “La Rinconada, Ciudad Única” project, which aims to transform La Rinconada into a Smart City.

The project falls within the municipal competencies, specifically the maintenance and conservation of municipally owned schools. It will achieve significant energy savings, reducing electricity consumption and CO₂ emissions, while architecturally integrating the photovoltaic system into the roof, minimising visual impact and ensuring good performance.

The total investment for this project amounts to €65,128.26, of which 80% will be subsidised by the ERDF, while the remaining 20% will be covered by the La Rinconada Town Hall. Additionally, the total VAT (€11,303.25) will be entirely financed by La Rinconada Town Hall. The programme impact is reflected on the Sustainable and Integrated Urban Development (EDUSI), reducing energy consumption, the emission of polluting gases, and the electricity bill.