Project cooperationUpdated on 1 December 2025

(park)inglot category (photovoltaic canopies)

Partner at Robin Hoods of ClimateTech

Tallinn, Estonia

About

Our Platform and activities

The Parkinglot Category platform is a central tool that allows parking lot owners to:

  • Map their parking lots and get an assessment for their green technology transformation.

  • Connect with trusted technology providers, construction companies and investors.

  • Configure suitable solutions – from individual products to complete turnkey infrastructure.

  • Choose a financing model: invest yourself, use leasing or sell electricity via PPA (Power Purchase Agreement).

  • Manage the system in real time, get an overview of energy use, performance, maintenance needs and environmental impact.

Products and services offered

Our solutions are modular, allowing parking lot owners to combine different elements according to their needs and budget:

1. Solar carports (canopies)

  • Wooden or steel shelters covered with PV panels.

  • Produce renewable energy on site.

  • Enable to reduce electricity bills and earn income from electricity sales.

2. Vertical greenery

  • Integrated vegetation on the sides of the shelters (living wall).

  • Improves urban air quality, reduces noise and the heat island effect.

  • Creates an aesthetically pleasing urban space.

3. Electric vehicle charging infrastructure

  • AC and DC charging solutions (including fast charging).

  • Can be integrated with PV and battery storage.

  • Enables to earn from providing a charging service.

4. Energy storage (batteries)

  • Enables a shift between production and consumption.

  • Enables to use electricity even during peak hours or during grid outages.

  • Supports local grid stability and flexibility.

5. Rainwater harvesting and reuse

  • Rainwater harvesting through parking lot roof structures.

  • Suitable for watering landscaping, cleaning or flushing toilets.

  • Reduces drinking water use and sewage load.

6. Smart parking solutions

  • Sensor technology, parking space detection and management.

  • Integrates with smart devices and city information systems.

  • Enables dynamic pricing and usage optimization.

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