Grant Period: 1 year

The ISOTOPE (Introduction, Investigation, Installation, Monitoring, and OPEration) Intervention Project is a hands-on educational initiative designed to equip students with practical skills in renewable energy and sustainable agriculture, supported by the Sandals Foundation. Through this project, 60 students pursuing Environmental and Agricultural Science at The Lodge School will actively participate in building, maintaining, and operating a hybrid solar power system, gaining direct experience in renewable energy applications. By integrating solar technology into agricultural systems, the project not only enhances students’ understanding of scientific concepts but also addresses critical issues in food security and climate resilience.

Climate change poses a serious threat to food security worldwide, with rising temperatures, droughts, and wildfires threatening agricultural productivity and the progress made in the fight against hunger and malnutrition. Given that global food production heavily depends on fossil fuels, there is an urgent need to develop sustainable agricultural systems that minimise greenhouse gas emissions. Renewable energy integration can play a vital role in this transformation by enabling more cost-effective, eco-friendly production methods.

Project Goals:

The ISOTOPE Intervention Project is designed to:

• Promote hands-on learning by allowing students to build and operate a hybrid solar power system
• Equip students with practical skills in renewable energy and sustainable agriculture
• Raise awareness about the importance of renewable energy in food production and climate adaptation
• Contribute to food security by demonstrating efficient, low-cost, and sustainable agricultural practices