Car parks haven’t always been modern and visually pleasing. Additionally, they haven’t been the most eco-friendly things either. However, there are many things that can be done to make them more sustainable.
We now live in a world where most countries are aiming to reduce their carbon footprint. One of the ways they can do this is through car travel. Public transport is now more reliant on electricity rather than fuel. However, for those who still use their vehicles, they need places to park and that responsibility is with car parks. That is why we need to aim to make them more eco-friendly.
Solar Powered Charging Stations
Every year, there is an increasing number of electric vehicles so car parks should consider installing EV charging stations. Furthermore, they should consider using solar panels to provide electricity for these charging stations to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Another benefit of using solar panels is that we are less reliant on fossil fuels for energy. The more we reduce the use of fossil fuels, the more eco-friendly we become.
Install Solar Panels For Your Parking Lot
Car parks are usually tall towers or they are underground therefore, they will require a lot of electricity for lighting, CCTV cameras and other types of technology. Installing solar panels is a great way to ensure you provide the car park with a renewable energy source instead of using fossil fuels. If there is energy left over then you can send it back to the grid where you can be given money for it.
Consider Rainwater Harvesting Systems
Surprisingly, car parks can use a lot of water. Using rainwater harvesting systems is a great way to reuse the water that falls from the sky and make it useful. This also helps reduce the amount of water used for the car park. This rainwater can then be used for landscaping, cleaning the car park and even toilet flushing.
Create a Green Roof and Vertical Gardens
If the top floor of your car park is rarely used, you can consider having a garden green roof. This will help improve the drainage for the car park so it can be put to use. It also offers a habitat for wildlife and helps improve the environment. Not to mention that you are helping to improve the air quality in busy city centres with your Knightsbridge parking lot.
Install Energy-Efficient Lights and Motion Sensors
If your car park isn’t already modernised then you must install energy efficient lights and motion sensors. We all know traditional incandescent light bulbs can not only be blinding but also use a lot of energy. This will increase energy bills and your carbon footprint. Replacing these lightbulbs with LED lights is far more eco-friendly and helps with energy bills.
If you install motion sensors, your lights will only turn on when needed so your lights don’t need to be on constantly. Car parks don’t have someone in them 24/7 so motion sensors make your city centre car park more energy efficient.