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Use the space you have
Carports can provide an additional solar option where roof space is limited or unsuitable.
SOLAR CARPORTS
Commercial Solar Carports for UK BusinessesYour car park.
New potential.
Make more of parking space with a solar canopy that generates electricity and provides sheltered parking.
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Plan for electric vehicles
Consider EV charging alongside the canopy design, site supply and expected vehicle use.
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Design for daily operations
Vehicle clearance, drainage, pedestrian routes, foundations and access all need to be considered.
START WITH YOUR SITE
What we’ll explore.
A useful assessment starts with a few practical details.
Request an assessment- Available parking area and vehicle types
- Traffic routes and access during construction
- Electrical connection and potential EV charging
- Planning, structural and drainage requirements
THE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY
More value from every parking space.
A car park is valuable space. A solar canopy gives it a second purpose: generating electricity while continuing to serve staff, customers and visitors. Where your roof is already in use or is unsuitable for panels, carports create another route to bringing solar into your energy strategy.
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Extend your solar opportunity
Look beyond the roofline. A canopy can create additional space for generation without taking over the interior of your buildings. The right layout starts with a practical understanding of your parking area and the way vehicles move through it.
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Improve the everyday experience
Covered bays can offer shelter for vehicles and users, while making your investment in renewable energy visible on arrival. Appearance matters, but so do access, lighting, sightlines and the experience of people who use the site every day.
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Bring charging into the plan
If electric vehicles are part of your future, discuss charging alongside the canopy. The number of charge points, typical parking time and available supply all influence the design. Solar can contribute to charging demand without guaranteeing that every charging session is solar-powered.
The best opportunity is one that works operationally as well as commercially. Think about accessible bays, delivery routes, tall vehicles, emergency access and pedestrian movement. Foundations, underground services and drainage should be reviewed early to understand what construction will involve.
Ask for a layout that makes the trade-offs clear: generating area, parking capacity, construction access and electrical connection. Discuss how works could be phased around normal activity. A canopy should become a useful part of your premises, supported by a clear maintenance plan and a realistic financial assessment.
YOUR QUESTIONS
Plan your next step with confidence.
Are carports only for large parking areas?
Available space is only one part of the assessment. Energy demand, layout, construction costs and connection requirements determine whether a proposal is commercially suitable.
Can we combine carports with rooftop solar?
Yes, the two can be considered as part of a wider site design. Their combined output needs to be assessed against consumption, export limits and electrical capacity.
Is EV charging included automatically?
No. Charging equipment and its electrical requirements should be specified separately in the proposal, including who operates it and how users will access it.
What should we send for an initial discussion?
A postcode, site plan or aerial view, an indication of parking capacity and your electricity use will help start the conversation.
BRAND COMPARISON
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The right solar fit.
We work with numerous major solar energy brands to help you find the best-fit solar offering for your business.
Compare suitable options against your site, energy needs and budget, with performance, warranties and long-term value in view.
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Your site. Your energy.
Your next opportunity.
Let’s explore what solar and battery storage could do for your business.