Solar for Shopping & Retail

Retail and shopping centers require high, consistent energy input. Solar integration—across rooftops, façades, and parking areas—enables on-site generation, while BESS ensures efficient energy redistribution during peak hours. Solar systems not only reduce operational costs but also position shopping and retail complex as sustainability pioneers—enhancing asset value, ESG alignment, and investor appeal. Explore to learn more

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OVERVIEW OF SOLAR TECHNOLOGIES FOR SHOPPING & RETAIL

Shopping and retail complexes are high-demand energy environments, with HVAC systems, lighting, escalators, refrigeration, and digital infrastructure operating continuously. By adopting solar technologies, clean electricity can be generated onsite—reducing dependence on fossil-fuelled grid power and significantly lowering operational costs.

This approach positions shopping and retail complexes as leaders in sustainable energy adoption—enhancing property value, reducing energy volatility, and aligning with ESG goals that matter to tenants, customers, and investors alike.

Environmental Benefits

A typical commercial solar installation can offset tens of tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, helping corporations to meet net-zero goals and comply with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting standards. It’s a tangible way to demonstrate climate leadership and environmental responsibility.

Financial Benefits

Solar isn’t just an environmental upgrade—it’s a strategic financial move. Building management can benefit from:

Local tax incentives, which can help to offset up installation costs
Accelerated depreciation and rebates that improve cash flow.
Increased asset value, as solar-equipped buildings are more attractive to customers and investors
Protection against energy price volatility, offering predictable operating costs over time

Fostering Green Awareness

Solar technology is a visible symbol of sustainability:

Encourage eco-conscious behavior among customers and renters.
Enhance brand reputation with clients, partners, and investors.
Support CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives and green certifications like LEED

Solar Technology in Retail: A Smart, Sustainable Shift

With financial incentives and scalable solutions, solar technology offers both immediate savings and long-term impact—making it a strategic win. Discover possible technologies below

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BIPV Solar Cladding

Retail complex can be cladded with BIPV materials, instead of traditional glass – achieving highly efficient solar collection as well as meeting architectural aesthetic

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Solar BIPV Roof

Retail complex can adopt solar BIPV roofing technology to collect solar power, as well as providing aesthetically attractive architectural cladding, fully integrated with the roof

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Solar Parks

Solar parks can be implemented on roof structure or car park ground (as roof covers), allowing complex to collect energy through its unused spaces

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Solar Lighting

Retail ground lighting can be powered completely by solar, delivering super low maintenance and super low cost lighting solution – applicable to roads, fields and security lights

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Industrial BESS

Industrial BESS can deliver power storage as little as 500kWh to as high as 3000kWh, allowing retail complexes to fully and smartly manages its energy storage and redistribution

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Solar Generator

For enterprises requiring off-site power, our solar generator can be a game-changer, fully equipped with battery, inverter, solar panels and diesel engine