Turning Rising EV Costs into Renewable Opportunity with Solar Canopy Structures

By: Guy Chilvers and Jamie Delargy
Published: 26th November 2025

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Today’s UK Budget has confirmed a new 3p-per-mile charge on electric vehicle (EV) usage, a change that will impact organisations operating EV fleets or managing high daily traffic across their sites.

While this announcement introduces additional running costs for businesses investing in cleaner transport, it also highlights the growing importance of energy independence and long-term resilience.

At SIG Building Solutions, our Solar Canopy Structures provide a practical, future-ready way to offset these new expenses. By generating green electricity directly above existing car parks, storage zones and commercial outdoor spaces, businesses can significantly lower their energy costs and reduce reliance on grid-supplied power.

Solar Canopy Structures enable organisations to generate their own renewable electricity on-site, reducing reliance on the grid and providing greater control over future energy costs. By utilising the space above existing car parks or operational areas, businesses can produce clean power without disrupting day-to-day activities, effectively transforming their car park into a productive energy asset.

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Solar Canopy Structures enable organisations to:

• Offset the increased cost of EV travel
• Reduce exposure to fluctuating energy prices
• Maximise the value of existing developed land
• Strengthen sustainability performance and net-zero commitments

As EV-related costs rise, the ability to generate affordable, renewable power on-site becomes a strategic advantage.

A smarter way to reduce costs. A cleaner way to power your fleet. A brighter way forward for UK businesses.

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