St Mawes Primary School on the Roseland Peninsula generates solar power and ran a science week together with energy charity Community Energy Plus.

The initiatives sparked interest in the local community and led seven residents to install solar hot water systems.

The school earned the award for Sustainable Schools from the Department for Children, Schools and Families.

St Mawes Primary School installed solar panels on its roof and is looking into the possibility of using wind power.

During the science week on sustainable energy, pupils were taught how energy is created from the wind and sun.

Some made solar powered boats and cars and also built a solar powered lighting display for Christmas.