Solar Canopy Structures: SolarCatcher Designs

Car parks have now been granted ‘permitted development rights’ for solar under recent planning changes. These open spaces are recognized as ideal locations for solar canopies, allowing for the integration of solar power generation. Contemporary structural design and SolarCatcher construction methods ensure any car park configuration can accommodate an attractive and high-performing solar power station.

Why Choose SolarCatcher Designs?

SolarCatcher designs are tailored to maximize efficiency and meet site-specific requirements. Our structures preserve existing parking spaces, offer practical ergonomic solutions, and integrate a range of cutting-edge technologies for enhanced energy generation and functionality.

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Preserves existing parking bays with no loss of parking space.
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Practical ergonomic solutions designed for driver visibility, vehicle door opening, and traffic flow.
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High-spec solar panels providing excellent energy yield.
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Equipped with advanced technologies, including LED lighting, rainwater harvesting, CCTV, energy storage, and EV charging points.

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A SolarCatcher canopy structure installed in a car park with integrated solar panels and EV charging.

How Solev Energy Group Uses SolarCatcher Designs

Solev Energy Group designs bespoke SolarCatcher structures that include frames, canopies, and PV systems optimized for car park layouts. These compact designs with innovative ground fixings allow for quick builds and minimal disruption. Our designs ensure safety and usability while equipping carports with technologies like EV charging, LED lighting, and rainwater harvesting.

FAQs

What are SolarCatcher designs?

SolarCatcher designs are bespoke solar canopy structures created for car parks. They integrate solar PV systems and technologies like EV charging, LED lighting, and rainwater harvesting to maximize energy efficiency and sustainability.

Do SolarCatcher canopies reduce parking space?

No, SolarCatcher designs preserve existing parking bay numbers, ensuring there is no loss of parking space while enhancing functionality.

What technologies can be integrated into SolarCatcher canopies?

SolarCatcher canopies can be equipped with LED lighting, rainwater harvesting systems, CCTV, energy storage, and EV charging points, either during installation or retrofitted later.

How long does it take to install SolarCatcher canopies?

Thanks to compact designs and innovative ground fixings, SolarCatcher canopies allow for quick and efficient construction with minimal disruption to your site.

Are SolarCatcher canopies suitable for any car park layout?

Yes, SolarCatcher construction methods accommodate any car park configuration, making them ideal for various layouts and site-specific requirements.

Still have questions?

Our team is here to help. Contact us today for more information about solar car parks, funding options, and sustainable energy solutions.

Net Zero designs delivering cost effective, sustainable solutions 

Solev Energy Group is led by a team with over 50 years' combined experience in net zero designs, construction, finance and public sector projects. Our proprietary developments for SolarCatcher and SolarSpace are testament to our commitment to delivering renewables (solar) integrated into buildings and infrastructure. These original solutions are delivered without a premium price which - together with funded solutions for public sector clients - create viable options which meet net zero, sustainability and cost criteria in a way unmatched by traditional alternatives.

We are committed to delivering net zero solutions; incorporating solar into high quality designs without any cost premium. Our corporate social responsibility extends across all aspects of the business, from minimising our impact on the environment, to running an efficient in house process, to protecting the health and safety of our teams.

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