"Solar Trees" -- Shade and Energy for People!

Yes, that's right, groves of pole-mounted solar panels, so-called "solar trees" are the newest addition to Google's ambitious solar project for their Mountain View, California, headquarters.

Much like natural trees, the solar trees provide shelter from the rain and shade the path on scorching hot days. While silently generating renewable juice, the trees add a clever design twist to an often neglected area – the parking lot.

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