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[–] TexMexBazooka@lemm.ee 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)

It’s because those tent things are a fraction of a fraction of the cost to install

[–] poVoq@slrpnk.net 0 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) (1 children)

Na, these ones are super strong and probably cost more than a solar panel installation would have, especially if you factor in the electricity it produces over time. It's just silly and was probably decided for by some boomer who drives an SUV.

[–] TexMexBazooka@lemm.ee 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Solar panels have ongoing maintenance, canopy’s don’t

[–] poVoq@slrpnk.net 0 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Very little and canopies that shouldn't accidentally damage cars or people under them need to be regularly checked too.

I don't know why you are so hell bend to defend what is obviously a stupid decision, especially since you don't know the exact situation nearly as well as I do.

[–] TexMexBazooka@lemm.ee 3 points 1 week ago

I’m not “hell bent” on anything, you’re just misdirecting your anger towards the situation at me.

I agree solar panels would be a smarter decision long term. If the cost:benefit worked out as more efficient than a simple canopy, that’s what businesses would do. But it’s a higher up front investment, and that’s the only thing the MBAs see.