Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 71134

Solar Power: Parking

Tabled: 29 August 2025

Answered: 8 September 2025

Question

Dr Luke Evans

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the feasibility of introducing solar canopies in public car parks.

Answer

Michael Shanks

Solar canopies on outdoor carparks provide clean electricity, the potential for electric vehicle charging and shelter for cars. A comprehensive assessment of the carbon savings, deployment feasibility, and cost-effectiveness of different intervention opti...

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