Solar Insiders - a Renew Economy Podcast Made in the clean power-generating shade
Nov 8, 2024
Will Beaumont, founding director of Canyon Solar, discusses the innovative world of modular solar carports and canopies. He explains how his company's technology is revolutionizing installations, making them more affordable and appealing. The conversation dives into the benefits of combining energy generation with EV charging, enhancing customer experience, and improving sustainability in commercial spaces. Beaumont also highlights the growing trend of rooftop solar in Australia and its pivotal role in the renewable energy landscape.
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Solar Car Park Challenges
- Will Beaumont worked at Solgen Energy, where they faced challenges delivering solar car park projects.
- These challenges included high labor costs, site disruption, and coordination issues with steel and foundations.
Prefabrication Solution
- Beaumont observed a trend towards prefabrication in construction to address high labor costs and availability issues.
- His solution was to prefabricate solar car park components, shifting labor to a controlled factory environment.
Solar Carport vs Rooftop Solar
- Prioritize rooftop solar installation if roof space is available, as it is cheaper than solar carports.
- Consider solar carports if shade and enhanced customer experience are valued, as they offer dual benefits.