A solar canopy is an elevated structure that is usually installed above wide areas such as parking lots, business districts, public places, etc. The function of this structure is similar to a combination of a solar carport system and a rooftop solar system. This design can achieve dual functions, generating clean energy while making full use of space, such as parking, cooling off, and reducing the urban "heat island" effect.
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As demand for solar systems in both the residential and commercial markets grows, the size of solar canopies is changing, combining aesthetics with the ability to be used in a variety of ways. Photovoltaic manufacturers have expanded the structure to fit within residential properties and commercial supermarkets, designing it to be closer to a pergola than a tall carport covering parking lots and garages.
✅Efficient land use - parking lots (foreign data: covering 35-50% of urban land) have dual uses, generating electricity without the need for additional land.
✅ Shading - lowering the temperature inside the car when parked; also serves as a summer canopy.
✅ Reducing the heat island effect - reducing artificial heat sources by shading the road surface.
✅ Cost savings and sustainability - reducing electricity bills while reducing carbon emissions.
✅ Electric vehicle charging integration - solar canopies are compatible with electric vehicle (EV) charging stations to support sustainable transportation.
Power Stone has much experience in solar system solutions. We not only have a variety of system installation solar panels, but also have the ability to design large structures such as solar canopies. Recently, we have completed a solar canopy project in South Korea. A carbon steel solar canopy was built next to the football field, which not only creates a space for athletes to rest and cool off, but also uses this space to generate electricity. The dual use of this space has alleviated the tight land resources and developed green energy.
| Feature | Solar Canopy | Solar Rooftop | Solar Ground-mount |
|
Space Efficiency |
★★★★★ (dual-use) |
★★★☆☆ (roof-dependent) |
★★☆☆☆ (needs dedicated land) |
|
Shade Benefits |
Yes |
No | No |
|
Flexibility |
High (adjustable tilt)
|
Limited (roof constraints) |
High (but land-intensive) |
|
EV Charging Integration |
Easy |
Possible but complex |
Possible |
Where are solar canopies used?
Commercial parking lots (shopping malls, offices, hospitals)
Public places (airports, schools, municipal buildings)
Retail and hospitality (hotels, supermarkets)
The solar canopy is an efficient, space-saving solar system solution that combines clean energy generation, sunshade, electric vehicle charging stations and urban heat island reduction benefits. They are very suitable for companies, universities, large supermarkets and other institutions that have limited land use and want to use sustainable energy.
If you need to install a solar canopy, welcome to contact us for consultation!
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