Generate clean energy from your car park
No digging required
Low Cost to Install
Across the UK, thousands of car parks sit unused while energy costs continue to rise. Even modest solar car parks can generate significant on-site electricity, directly reducing reliance.
By removing concrete foundations and simplifying installation, our systems reduce upfront cost and delivery time, making solar car parks practical, affordable and commercially viable.
We believed there should be a better way.
Solar Car Park was co-founded by James Bramley and Jon Graham to unlock the potential of the UK’s car parks with a low-cost, simple and smart approach.
Our mission is simple: to deliver clean, renewable energy in a way that genuinely works for commercial organisations.
We’re not here to reinvent carports for the sake of innovation. Our focus is practical change: a system that fits any PV panel, deploys rapidly, future-proofs EV charging, and turns car parks into dependable, long-term energy assets.
Sustainability matters, but so does empowering businesses to reduce ever-increasing energy costs. That’s why our system is designed to work at any scale. Even a 10-bay solar car park can make a material difference to operating costs, while remaining fully scalable for larger estates.
That practical mindset is built into our DNA: delivering solutions that are commercially viable, easy to deploy, and accessible to organisations of all sizes.
James Bramley
Jon Graham
Find out what your car park could produce, in one working day.
Solar car parks don’t need to be complex or slow to evaluate.
Even relatively small car parks can generate meaningful on-site power, helping reduce energy costs and improve payback expectations.
We can assess any car park and provide an initial layout, energy estimate and budget cost within one working day, with no obligation.
It’s a fast, practical way to understand whether a solar car park makes commercial sense for your business or organisation.
HOW IT WORKS
Ground-Screw Foundation
We install engineered ground screws directly into the car park surface.
Site evaluations may indicate helical piles as the optimal alternative, installed using the same process, installed in the same time frames at no additional cost.
No deep excavation or concrete is required.
The site remains clean, quick and disruption-free.
Engineered to Eurocode standards.
Installed 1.1m–2.3m deep depending on site conditions.
Each site screw type is pull-tested to certified load levels.
Full compliance documents issued to the client.
Each foundation pile is safety factored and tested, from 33Kn up to 70Kn.
Modular Steel Frame, Panel Mounting & Electrical Interface
A UK-fabricated structure is fixed to the ground screws.
A modular design allows the system to scale from small car parks to entire estates.
The solar car port structure can mount highest performing commercial panels, delivering optimal output.
Solar panels are mounted and secured to create a weatherproof canopy.
Power generation feeds into your building or future EV charging.
The structure uses carefully specified mechanical fixings rather than compression joints or welding, ensuring every component is fully rated, traceable and quality-controlled.
Integrated vehicle impact protection: a purpose designed protective doughnut is fixed to the central support, providing early detection for parking sensors and a physical buffer for vehicles without them, absorbing contact before a vehicle reaches the structural leg
Integrated EV Charging Option
EV charging integrates seamlessly into the solar car park structure, including high-power 22kW chargers.
Compared to standalone pillar or wall-mounted EV chargers, the integrated approach significantly reduces installation cost — avoiding separate trenching and groundworks that are disruptive, time-consuming and expensive.
All cabling is routed internally through the structure, reducing exposure to theft, vandalism and accidental damage.
Charging infrastructure is owned outright by the client, there are no third-party contracts.
Tariffs are set by the site operator, creating a potential new income stream or value-added service.
Suitable for hospitality, leisure and destination sites, as well as staff and fleet charging.
Supports fleet electrification, salary sacrifice schemes and employee EV adoption.
Solar generation can be prioritised for EV charging, maximising on-site energy use and reducing grid reliance.
Designed to scale over time, allowing additional chargers to be added as demand grows.
Avoids third-party EV charging models that require long-term contracts, revenue sharing, or detailed site feasibility based on passing traffic and on-site facilities, instead operating on a simple, low-cost management fee.
BENEFITS
Car parks are essential infrastructure for employees, customers and visitors, but they typically add cost without contributing value.
A well-designed solar car park changes that equation, transforming unused space into a source of clean electricity, lower operating costs and new revenue opportunities.
These are the core benefits that make our solar car park systems practical to deliver, cost-effective to own, and easy to scale across sites of any size.
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TURN PARKING INTO POWER
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Use space you already own or lease, no land purchase, no roof compromise.
Generate power exactly where it’s consumed, reducing grid reliance and long-term energy costs.
Make sustainability visible at ground level where staff, customers and visitors arrive.
Future-proof EV charging with integrated charges that you own, developing a new income stream, or employee benefit.
Avoid roof-related risks including warranties, load limits and insurance complications.
Preserve green space by avoiding ground-mounted solar on fields or undeveloped land.
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ENGINEERED FOR SPEED & CERTAINTY
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Qualifies under permitted development, enabling planning decisions in as little as 56 days.
No concrete or civils required, engineered ground screws reduce cost, time and disruption.
Fast installation with minimal groundwork and no curing delays.
Compatible with all major PV panels, including high-yield 705W bifacial modules.
Modular steel frame scales easily from 10 bays to 200+ across complex layouts.
Independently tested and verified to full UK wind, snow and structural standards.
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A SMARTER STRUCTURAL SYSTEM
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Two-part modular design separates the main frame from the PV-accepting subframe.
Solar panels form the roof itself, eliminating the need for secondary roofing materials.
UK-designed waterproof gasket compression-seals panels into a load-bearing canopy.
Fewer materials, fewer components and fewer failure points, higher performance by design.
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BUILT IN BRITAIN. DELIVERED FASTER
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Designed and fabricated entirely in the UK for quality control and reliability.
Short six-week lead times compared to imported systems.
End-to-end oversight from engineering through fabrication and delivery.
Lower embodied carbon and direct support for UK manufacturing and engineering jobs.
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COMMERCIALLY PROVEN RETURNS
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Typical installed cost of around £1,000 per kWp, subject to site conditions.
Returns on investment commonly achieved by year 6.
Ideal for Power Purchase Agreements due to cost efficiency and scalable layouts.
Lower total project cost than concrete-based carports over the asset lifetime.
Minimal ongoing maintenance with no cracking, resurfacing or foundation repairs.
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A VISIBLE SUSTAINABILITY ASSET
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Customisable finishes to suit hotels, retail, corporate estates and public sites.
Premium wood-grain effect available without the maintenance of real timber.
Integrated branding and signage options on beams and uprights.
Highly visible proof of sustainability that customers and staff interact with daily.
Supports Net Zero commitments and measurable Scope 1 & 2 carbon reductions.
BUILT FOR YOUR BUSINESS
For most organisations, new infrastructure has to fit around people, vehicles and day-to-day activity.
Our solar car park systems are designed to install, operate and scale in live environments, keeping sites open and functional while delivering long-term energy value.
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PUBS, HOSPITALITY & SPORTS
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Solar car parks that cut costs, create income, and keep sites trading.
Delivers meaningful on-site power from as few as 10 parking bays, helping pubs, hospitality venues and sports clubs reduce rising energy costs.
Scales easily from individual pubs and clubs to larger hospitality estates and sporting facilities.
Generates electricity where demand is highest, during opening hours, peak trading periods, and match or event days.
Helps offset ongoing cost pressures, including energy inflation and property-related operating costs.
Finance options available (subject to credit approval), enabling zero upfront cost installations.
In many cases, energy savings exceed monthly finance repayments, creating cash-positive outcomes from month one.
We offer integrated EV charging with a difference, you own the hardware, no long term contracts, you are in control.
Set your own charging tariffs to create a new, predictable revenue stream.
EV charging turns your site into a destination, increasing dwell time and spend on food, drink, and facilities.
Delivered under permitted development, with planning decisions typically within 56 days.
Installed with minimal disruption, keeping car parks open and businesses trading throughout.
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WAREHOUSING & MANUFACTURING
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Large car parks. High energy demand. Built for scale and certainty.
Well suited to large car parks, enabling high-capacity solar generation at scale.
Supplies on-site electricity directly to adjoining buildings with high and consistent energy demand.
Delivers significant reductions in grid electricity consumption and long-term energy costs.
Highly visible infrastructure that demonstrates carbon action across industrial and logistics estates.
Supports ESG reporting, Net Zero strategies and measurable carbon reduction targets.
Can contribute positively to EPC performance by improving on-site energy generation and efficiency.
Complements existing rooftop solar installations, unlocking additional generation without roof constraints.
Flexible commercial models available, including asset finance and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
Enables projects to proceed with little or no upfront capital, depending on structure and credit profile.
Ground-screw mounted system allows carports to be installed and removed with minimal permanent impact.
Ideal for tenant-occupied sites — carports can be relocated at the end of a lease, with the asset retained by the occupier.
Often more attractive to landlords than rooftop solar, avoiding roof warranties, structural concerns and long-term liabilities.
When removed, reinstatement is straightforward — ground screws are extracted and surfaces returned to original condition.
Modular design supports phased rollouts and future expansion as sites or estates grow.
Installed with minimal disruption, keeping operations, vehicle movements and logistics flows uninterrupted.
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EDUCATION
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Turning car parks into long-term energy assets for schools and trusts.
Generates free, on-site electricity from as few as 10 parking bays, helping schools reduce energy spend across the estate.
Well suited to sites with larger car parks, delivering meaningful output without using roof space or green areas.
Supports multi-academy trusts and local authorities in meeting sustainability and Net Zero targets.
Produces power where it’s needed most, during school hours, term time, and peak daytime demand.
Finance options available (subject to credit approval), enabling projects to proceed with no upfront capital outlay.
In many cases, the value of energy generated exceeds finance repayments, creating immediate budget relief.
EV charging designed primarily for staff and fleet use, rather than commercial operation.
Charging infrastructure is owned and controlled by the school or trust, with tariffs set to cover costs if required.
Includes live generation monitoring, allowing staff and students to see real-time energy production and carbon savings.
Installed under permitted development, with planning decisions typically within 56 days.
Minimal disruption during installation, allowing schools to remain fully operational and safeguarding intact.
Your Questions, Answered
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Yes!
For Solar and EV Charging. Contact the team and we can guide you through the most effective approach.
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No, we don’t offer finance directly, but we work closely with a number of trusted partners who specialise in providing tailored finance solutions for renewable energy projects, including solar installations.
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We are a fast paced business. Depending on the complexity of the installation we can have infrastructure ready to roll out within 4 weeks.
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All the solar panels we use come with a 25 year warranty. Even if your needs change in that time, the panels themselves can be re-used and reconfigured.
All steel fabrication is compliant to: EN 10219:2006
Anti corrosion pre-finish treatment - corrosion resistant zinc coating to BSEN1461 25 year guarantee.
Powder Coating Material compliant to BS3900an reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.
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Absolutely, we pride ourselves in selecting the most suitable solution and will conduct a full site survey if we are selected to install. Our in house draftsman and structural specialists will inform you as a client to make the right choices.
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Yes, we bespoke make almost everything that we do to make sure our clients have the best solution for them, including dimensions, colourways and installation methodology.
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Anywhere in the world.
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In most cases, no. Solar car ports/canopies are specifically identified under UK legislation as qualifying for permitted development, rather than requiring full planning permission.
This means local planning authorities are required to determine applications within 56 days, compared to the standard 8-week (or longer) full planning process.
If your site is listed or located within a conservation area, full planning permission would still be required. We’ll advise on this early so there’s clarity from the outset.
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No, you don’t need to contact your energy provider directly.
As part of our service, we manage the DNO application (Distribution Network Operator) on your behalf. The DNO is responsible for approving how new generation connects to the local electricity network.
Once the DNO has granted approval, no further action is required from you in relation to your energy provider. We’ll guide the process from start to finish and keep you informed throughout.
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“When another provider let us down, James’s team came in at the 11th hour and delivered a fantastically efficient and elegant solution. Their level of expertise was impressive, and all their team were professional and easy to work with. We now have a canopy we are really proud of, we will definitely work along side Solar Car Park again, highly recommended.”
— Chris Moreton - Prostar Energy