Embracing Solar Energy: France’s New Parking Regulations
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A Legislative Shift Towards Solar Canopies
Recently, France initiated a significant transformation in solar energy adoption through new legislation that mandates an increase in solar canopies across the country. This regulation stipulates that parking lots with a capacity of 80 spaces or more must have at least half of their area outfitted with solar canopies, applying not only to newly constructed lots but also retroactively to existing ones.
Innovative Collaboration: BayWa and ManOrga Solar
In a noteworthy development last week, BayWare Solar Systems became the inaugural distributor for products manufactured by ManOrga Solar, a French company specializing in parking canopy solutions. This partnership is poised to convert conventional parking areas into energy hubs by integrating solar generation capabilities alongside electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.
The collaboration seeks to facilitate the transition towards greener energy and minimize land consumption associated with traditional car parks. Established in 1971 and located near Lille, ManOrga Solar has been recognized for its expertise in creating robust metal structures for over five decades. They now offer comprehensive solutions for installing parking canopies designed with several key features:
- Locally Manufactured: Utilizing regional expertise while adhering to strict timelines.
- Turnkey Options: Providing complete setups including primary structures and rails specifically designed for photovoltaic panels.
- Quality Certification: Products comply with ETN standards (New Technology Survey) and are constructed under Eurocode guidelines ensuring safety and compliance.
- Easy Installation: Designed for rapid deployment requiring minimal groundwork.
Advancements in Photovoltaic Charging Solutions
ManOrga’s solar canopies are crafted to seamlessly integrate into self-consumption photovoltaic projects, featuring:
- Support structures integrated within the canopy posts that optimize space usage while maintaining electrical connectivity.
- Provisioning points specifically designated for EV charging stations that enable easy installation of necessary infrastructure.
- Pre-drilled fittings compatible with micro-inverters, optimizers, and lighting systems which enhance user-friendliness during setup.
Durability Meets Design Aesthetics
Constructed from premium materials, ManOrga’s parking canopies ensure longevity along with performance:
- The use of Magnelis Z M310 steel grants remarkable resistance against corrosion as well as severe weather conditions.
- Coated using thermoplastic paints offers customizable finishes that resist wear while remaining aesthetically pleasing.
- A substantial structural warranty lasting up to 15 years attests to their reliability.
These versatile shelters also incorporate advanced designs tailored to various needs:
- An efficient rainwater drainage system fosters effective stormwater management.
- Features such as modularity allow customization options tailor-fit to specific placement environments while preserving a sleek aesthetic look adaptable across diverse locations.
Complying With Recent Environmental Mandates
To align outdoor parking facilities (both new constructs and refurbishments) with sustainable practices per the APER law—part of the Climate & Resilience Act enacted on March 10th—these regulations require at least 50% coverage of viable outdoor areas utilizing either vegetation or photovoltaic panels:
- Effective July 1st, 2023 — Enforced legislation covers areas spanning between 500 m² and up to 1,500 m²
- Effective July 1st ,2025 — Extending this requirement further accommodates zones ranging from 1,500 m² upto10 ,000m² .
Building Bridges Between Energy Generation And Mobility
Photovoltaic carports play an integral role amid ongoing efforts toward enhancing electric mobility while aiding environmental sustainability initiatives like those spearheaded by BayWare reSolar Systems leveraging its vast experience deploying photovoltaic technology . According Ms.Olivia Doise Head Of Mounting Systems At BayWa re ,”The anticipated rise will see light electric vehicles & plug-in hybrids soarfrom two million today to reach roughly eighteen million units accessing nearly forty percent representation within our national fleet projected by thirty-five.” She underscores how modern car park administrators face both regulatory assessments along customer demand influences compelling them towards diversifying income streams whilst boosting fleet efficiency .
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