EBSCO Solar Grant

EBSCO Solar Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: EBSCO Information Services
Amount: US $300,000
Last Updated: February 07, 2026

Summary

The EBSCO Solar Grant aims to support academic, school, and public libraries in transitioning to renewable energy through solar power. EBSCO Information Services, a leader in online research solutions, is committed to reducing its environmental impact with over 500 solar panels installed. This grant not only funds the initial installation but also empowers libraries to take ownership of their solar systems, ensuring ongoing maintenance and a greener future for their communities.

Overview

About EBSCO Information Services EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is the preeminent provider of online research content and search technologies serving academic, school and public libraries; healthcare and medical institutions; corporations; and government agencies around the world. From research, acquisition management, subscription services and discovery to clinical decision support and patient care, learning, and research and development, EBSCO provides institutions with access to content and resources to serve the information and workflow needs of their users and organizations. EBSCO Information Services is a division of EBSCO Industries, Inc., a family owned company since 1944. For more information, visit the EBSCO website. Why EBSCO Solar? Solar power is the cleanest and most abundant renewable energy source available. EBSCO now has more than 500 solar panels offsetting the amount of "brown power" we buy and generating clean energy to reduce EBSCO's environmental footprint. We believe we can help make a critical impact on improving the environment and we want to help a library make the same transition to green power. Why is EBSCO making this money available? EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) is a division of EBSCO Industries, Inc. and shares EBSCO Industries’ commitment to the environment. EBSCO Industries, Inc. donates part of its pre-tax profits to worthwhile endeavors and believes that companies should do their part to give back and to be environmentally responsible. EBSCO now has three photovoltaic arrays totaling more than 500 panels. Who will ultimately own the system? EBSCO will pay for the initial installation through the grant. The library, town, or college will own the system and will be responsible for all post-installation/ongoing maintenance of the solar array.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. All academic, school and public libraries that are current EBSCO customers are eligible to apply for the EBSCO Solar grant program.