3 articles with this tag
Can't use your roof? Or want shade over your driveway that also generates power? Solar carports and pergolas are an alternative to roof solar that suits some Perth homes well.
A solar carport combines shade structure and solar generation. For Perth properties with limited roof space or north-facing constraints, a carport can be an effective way to add significant solar capacity while creating covered parking.
Combining solar panels with a pergola or carport structure creates both shade and electricity generation. Perth's climate makes solar shade structures attractive, but building approval, structural loading, and panel type choices differ from standard roof installations.