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by e_y_ 1947 days ago
It wouldn't be particularly efficient, given that most of the day less than half the panels would be receiving direct sunlight.

I think a more practical option would be to put the solar panels above the road, such as https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2011/jun/06/tunnel-s... or https://renewsable.net/2017/06/28/south-korean-bike-highway-...

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Why do you think that less than half the panels will receive sunlight? Also, panels are very cheap today, so their placement doesn’t mean to be optimal. I believe the cost per kWh will be cheaper with panels mounted vertically off the ground than building a roof to place them on.