The UK government, headquartered in London, has launched a consultation to explore the large-scale deployment of solar carports across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. As part of its Plan for Change, the government has stated that an 80-space solar carport could save up to £28,000 (~$36,960)annually in electricity costs for commercial operators. This consultation supports the UK’s broader goal of reaching 45 GW to 47GW of installed solar capacity by 2030, with nearly 3GW approved since July. To demonstrate existing viability, the government has cited examples such as Bentley Motors’ 2.7MW carport, installations at hospitals in Eastbourne, and solar-equipped park & ride sites in Leeds. At the Metrocentre in Gateshead, rooftop and carport solar panels now supply 40% of the site’s electricity. The initiative is also linked to plans for expanding EV charging and fuel price transparency.