When thinking about commercial solar panels, most businesses think of rooftop installations in warehouses or field installations on vacant land. However, parking lots are one of the biggest resources for generating large amounts of power via these commercial solar panels. Solar parking lots are an ideal location for solar panels. They take up much space and are literally everywhere. 

Solar panel parking lots have been growing in demand over recent years. Who could have thought of using parking lots as a medium to generate green energy? There are, of course, many benefits of having solar panel parking lots. This month, our Solaris Tech team will look at how solar panel parking lots work and how they might benefit businesses.

What is a solar panel parking lot?

Solar panel parking lots are precisely what they sound like - solar panel-covered parking lots. You can install solar panels onto existing parking structures or build a structure to cover them with solar panels.

With solar panel parking lots, you are generating solar energy that can power everything from lighting to appliances and equipment. On the other hand, the structures holding the solar panels create shade and protect vehicles from extreme heat and rain. This is a win-win for business owners seeking to cut energy costs while enhancing comfort for employees or customers.

In the next section, we will dig deeper into the benefits of solar panels over parking lots.

Constructive use of space

Whether at a mall or shopping complex, parking lots use a lot of space. They are big, empty swathes of land - and the primary purpose is literally to store cars while customers shop. So even though a parking lot is vacant, companies can use the space to install solar panels to generate power. This way, customers can park their cars and businesses that own the parking lot can use it as a power source.

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

Solar panels parking lots can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions into the atmosphere. Greenhouse gasses trap the heat in the atmosphere and contribute to climate change. Vehicles produce a significant amount of greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, solar parking lots can help offset some of the emissions by generating clean energy.

Reduced energy consumption

Solar parking lots can help reduce the dependence on fossil fuels. Electric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular. Covering parking lots with solar panels will provide a convenient way for drivers to charge their vehicles. By charging electric vehicles with solar power, we can reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and help conserve energy. 

As energy consumption is a global concern, parking lots covered with solar panels can help reduce energy consumption, providing a convenient way for drivers to charge their electric vehicles.

Increased property values

Solar panels in parking lots increase property value. Residential areas and businesses located near solar parking lots might be more desirable due to the clean energy and increased aesthetics that they offer.

Moreover, solar parking lots can increase community engagement. These projects can create a sense of ownership within the community. They can allow people to learn about and get involved with clean energy.

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Solar panels over parking lots offer many benefits for individuals, businesses and the community. Solar parking lots can increase property values, create jobs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and pollution, improve air quality and reduce carbon footprints. As fossil fuel costs continue to increase, solar panel parking lots become an even more important investment. 

Are you ready to install solar panels in your business parking lots? Solaris Tech has years of experience working on commercial solar projects. For more information on solar panel installation and maintenance, visit www.solaristech.com.au or call us at 1300-946-524 for an obligation-free chat.

FAQs about solar panel parking lots

1. What is the benefit of solar parking lots?
   Solar panels over parking lots offer many benefits for individuals, businesses and the community. Solar parking lots can increase property values, create jobs, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and pollution, improve air quality and reduce carbon footprints. As fossil fuel costs continue to increase, solar panel parking lots become an even more important investment.
   
2. Are solar parking lot lights worth the investment?
   Yes, solar parking lot lights are worth the investment. With no carbon emissions, nothing to burn, and no power to consume, solar parking lot lights are worth the investment because they save companies and cities several thousand dollars while reducing the overall carbon footprint.
   
3. What are the advantages of creating a parking lot with covered spots and solar panels?
   Solar parking lots provide shade in sunny, warm weather, potentially reducing the need for air conditioning when people jump into their cars, while in winter, they will provide shelter from rain and snow. If the vehicles parked beneath them are electric, the energy generated could also be directly delivered to these cars.