Why Aren’t Industrial Roofs Covered in Solar Panels?

If rooftop solar makes so much economic sense…why don’t we see every warehouse in WA covered in panels?
That’s exactly the question raised in this clip.
The conversation explores whether solar mandates in industrial development are driven more by policy than economics, especially in markets where payback can be uncertain.
Key points discussed:
• Why many developers budget to meet code — and not far beyond it
• How rising energy code costs are adding new pressure to development economics
• Whether rooftop solar pencils without mandates
• And why additional costs matter in a market already facing interest rate, leasing, and construction headwinds
A thoughtful discussion on where sustainability goals and development realities intersect.
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