ARKA Energy's Solar Awning Makes It Easy To Add Standalone Solar Anywhere - CleanTechnica

Arka Energy has developed innovative standalone solar solutions designed to expand solar adoption in settings where traditional rooftop installations are restricted, such as in neighborhoods governed by homeowner associations (HOAs). Their flagship product, the Power Gazebo, is a fully detached gazebo topped with solar panels that simultaneously provides shaded outdoor space and generates clean solar power. This design offers a waterproof roof structure that protects users from the elements while producing renewable energy, making it an attractive option for homeowners unable to modify their roofs. In addition to hardware, Arka Energy has created a comprehensive software suite to support both customers and installers. Key features include a quoting tool for installers to efficiently generate customized proposals and an augmented reality app that allows customers to visualize and customize solar shade structures in their own yards using a smartphone. The company is also developing advanced AI-driven design software for their upcoming solar roof tile product, which uses satellite imagery to model roof layouts and optimize tile placement before onsite surveys. With a global network of 1,500 installers and growing,