Lucia Mar Unified School District

In August 2013, Lucia Mar Unified School District celebrated the installation of a six-piece Energy Conversion Station at Arroyo Grande High School (AGHS). This milestone marked a major step forward in AGHS’s implementation of its new Energy Technology and Environmental Engineering Program, which is part of the school’s broader career and technical education (CTE) pathways initiative.

The Energy Conversion Station is designed to give students real-world, hands-on experience with renewable energy technologies. Aligned with modern energy standards and sustainability goals, the station helps students understand how different forms of energy—such as solar, wind, thermal, and mechanical—are generated, stored, and converted.

Key learning areas include:

  • Solar and photovoltaic energy generation

  • Wind turbine technology and power output measurement

  • Energy transfer and conversion efficiency

  • Environmental impact and sustainability practices

  • Integration with green building and smart grid systems

This equipment is instrumental in helping students develop practical skills in clean energy systems, preparing them for future careers in environmental science, sustainable design, and energy technology.

Learn more about our green technology programs: https://marcraft.com/programs/green-technology-programs/

Pioneering Sustainability Education

Photos from AGHS’s Energy Conversion Station Unveiling

About Arroyo Grande High School and the Lucia Mar Unified School District

Located along California’s Central Coast, Arroyo Grande High School is part of the Lucia Mar Unified School District, which serves students from the communities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Oceano, and Nipomo. AGHS is known for its commitment to college and career readiness through academic rigor and CTE pathways that reflect evolving industry demands.

The school’s Energy Technology and Environmental Engineering Program reflects a growing commitment to sustainability education, with support from industry partners and forward-thinking instructional design.

Learn more about AGHS:
https://www.aghseagles.org/

A Decade of Innovation in Green Energy Education

With the unveiling of the Energy Conversion Station in 2013, Arroyo Grande High School positioned itself as an early leader in renewable energy education. The program continues to inspire students to pursue careers that contribute to a cleaner, more energy-efficient future.