Commercial Solar Parking Canopies
Solar canopy parking structures provide shade and protection for vehicles while simultaneously harnessing solar energy, reducing electricity costs and promoting sustainable energy use.
Tax Incentives for Solar Canopy Projects
Federal tax credit rules for commercial solar changed in 2025, and eligibility now depends on when a project began construction and when it’s placed in service. See our Commercial ITC Benefits page for current rules, or talk to our team about how they apply to your project.
- Energy Savings: Reduce electricity costs by generating power on-site.
- Shaded Parking: Protect vehicles from heat and weather for employees, tenants, and customers.
- Sustainability: Support emissions reduction goals with visible, on-site renewable energy.
- Tax Incentives: Bonus depreciation and other incentives may apply depending on project timing and structure.
- Property Value: Add a long-term infrastructure upgrade that adds value to your property.
Why Solar Canopies Work for Commercial Properties
For properties with limited roof space or roofs that can’t support solar, parking areas are often the largest open surface on site. Solar canopies put that space to work, generating power while adding shaded, covered parking that employees, tenants, and customers notice. NEI designs canopies alongside EV charging and battery storage, so the structure supports your facility’s full energy plan, not just today’s solar.
