Discover how Brooklyn Solar Works is transforming New York City rooftops with innovative solar canopies. Host Sean White chats with co-founders T.R. Ludwig and Gaelen McKee about the challenges and breakthroughs of installing solar in dense urban environments. Learn how their unique canopy designs overcome space, code, and engineering hurdles, turning underused rooftops into sustainable, usable spaces. From technical insights to humorous anecdotes, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the future of urban solar, the growth of a pioneering company, and the exciting possibilities for clean energy in cities everywhere.

Topics Covered
Brooklyn Solar Works www.brooklynsolarworks.com
Solar Canopy
Solar Carport
Burj Khalifa
Solar in New York City
Codes and Jurisdictions
Racking
Post and Truss Designs

Previous Podcast with T.R. Ludwig

Reach out to T.R. Ludwig and Gaelen McKee here:
T.R Ludwig LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/trludwig
Gaelen McKee LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/gaelen-mckee
Brooklyn Solar Works: www.brooklynsolarworks.com

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How Solar Canopies Are Deployed in New York City with T.R. Ludwig and Gaelen McKee