This market insight report spotlights the potential for solar canopies over car parks in UK schools, colleges, and universities. A follow-up to the comprehensive UK market report (March 2025), this edition focuses specifically on the education sector.
2 million+ car park spaces across UK schools and colleges. £600 million in potential annual energy savings across the education estate. £90,000 worth of power generated annually from just 100 parking spaces — or £30,000 saved under a PPA model.
With significant carbon reduction potential and substantial energy cost savings, solar car parks deliver a win for the UK government, a win for the environment, a win for investors, and a win for schools and colleges.
The report covers current costs, product options and suppliers, funding options including Power Purchase Agreements tailored for schools, and how to integrate EV charging and other revenue streams.
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