Solar Shaded Zoos: Fives Ways Lumos Keeps Zoos Cool

Whether you are on a school field trip, first date, or family outing, most all of us have been sweating it out at the zoo – wondering how the animals can stand the heat! Lumos Solar has asked, and answered, that exact question with our beautiful solar shade structures. Zoos across America have integrated Lumos solar solutions into their designs – enhancing the adventure for all visitors and animals! From solar covered parking lots to solar shaded sanctuaries – experience the modern zoo – designed to protect and cool.

Check out this list of the best ways Lumos has covered your favorite zoo’s assets!

1. Solar Carport at Naples Zoo, Florida

A trip to the zoo should begin and end on a high note—not with a burning-hot car. Lumos solar carports turn sun-soaked parking lots into cool, welcoming entry points. Visitors stay shaded, cars stay cooler, and you generate clean power before guests even walk through the gate.

2. Solar Sanctuaries for Tracy Aviary and John Ball Zoo

Visitors come and go, but the animals are clocked in 24/7. And they feel the heat. Our custom-designed architectural solar shade structures offer unique, habitat-friendly protection. Whether it’s solar trees or integrated canopies, Lumos enhances animal wellbeing while complementing exhibit aesthetics.

3. Solar Shade Structure for Dining Area at the St. Louis Zoo

Lumos Solar structures ensure that you can take a break at the zoo in shaded peace. Whether you are having a snack, or a conversation, you can feel good that the shade is helping you conserve energy while providing solar power to the zoo! Our beautiful solar panels provide a rejuvenating ambience so that you can be prepared for your next animal sighting!

4. Shaded Seating Area for Manatee Viewing Center on West Palm Beach

Instead of having to squint away from the sun trying to see the animals in your favorite exhibit – you can get a better look from under Lumos’ solar shaded viewing areas. Lumos’ shaded structures integrate sustainable architecture so that you can stay longer, see more and connect further!

5. Solar Play/Zone at Zoo Miami

Kids have energy to burn—but they shouldn’t burn in the process. Lumos play zone canopies provide elegant, safe shade for playgrounds, splash pads, and activity zones. It’s an energy-smart design that lets kids be kids—without the sunburn. With these solutions Lumos is not playing around, so that you can!

Shaded play area for Zoo Miami patrons! — *Lumos Solar shaded play area for Zoo Miami patrons!*

Fun in the Shade

Lumos overhead solar solutions give you the power to take full advantage of open spaces and the strong solar energy that is poured into them! Harness the intense sun and use it to power more than just your place, power the people and animals that make it so beautiful with equally stunning shade structures!

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Contact the Lumos Solar team to learn how we can help you create bold, beautiful solar spaces that do more—for your guests, your animals, and your future.

Solar Shaded Zoos: Fives Ways Lumos Keeps Zoos Cool

Where the wild solar things are

1. Solar Carport at Naples Zoo, Florida

2. Solar Sanctuaries for Tracy Aviary and John Ball Zoo

3. Solar Shade Structure for Dining Area at the St. Louis Zoo

4. Shaded Seating Area for Manatee Viewing Center on West Palm Beach

5. Solar Play/Zone at Zoo Miami

Fun in the Shade

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