This conceptual study explores how equestrian infrastructure can support both renewable energy generation and habitat creation. The proposed timber pole-barn riding arena incorporates a rooftop solar array designed to produce approximately 50,000 kWh of electricity annually, enough to power roughly seven average homes while also supplying the arena’s lighting needs.
Bat boxes mounted to the timber posts provide nesting habitat for local bat populations, which play an important role in natural insect control. The study demonstrates how agricultural and recreational buildings can contribute to a cleaner energy grid while also supporting local biodiversity.
