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The Power of Solar Canopies By Leslie Rodgers Solar canopies are arrays of solar panels that rise high enough above the ground to allow people and vehicles to pass beneath them. They are most commonly built over parking areas, and are suitable for any type of place with such a facility, from universities to shopping malls. _[1]_ . Installing a solar canopy brings advantages such as lower electricity bills and a reputation for being environmentally conscious, in addition to making the parking area more pleasant for drivers by providing shade and shelter from rain and snow. Those who are interested in adding a solar canopy to their parking area will need to start by determining a few conditions. _[2]_. These include the budget for the project, the ideal area the canopy would cover, and the height at which it must be set. Next, decisions must be made about the particular solar technologies that will be used. _[3]_. A solar energy consultant can explain the advantages and disadvantages of the options available. In addition, anyone considering investing in a solar canopy should check a database of renewable energy incentives for helpful public policies such as sales tax exemptions or installation subsidies._[4]_.

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