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How Solar Lighting Improves Security after Natural Disasters
With the increase of natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and blizzards, off-grid solar lighting systems can improve the security of an area since the lights do not rely..

Small Solar Power and Lighting System Options
There are many different ways that solar power can be utilized for small power and lighting applications. These smaller systems provide enough power to generate the needed power..

Photovoltaic Street Lights Provide Sustainability
Photovoltaic street lights, commonly known as solar street lights, are becoming more popular and are popping up all over the world. There are so many benefits to using these types..

How to Use LED Lights to Boost Sales and Save Energy
The modern retailer understands the role of various lighting configurations in enhancing customer experience and generating sales. Ambient lighting eliminates gloomy areas in the..

4 Misconceptions Surrounding Solar Panels
Despite their spectacular rise in the past few years, solar panels are still perceived as a novelty ahead of its time. While people in general agree that solar technology is good..

Steps to Building Your Own Green Neighborhood Café
“Green” cafes that operate with the wellbeing of the environment in mind are becoming increasingly popular. Here are some thoughts on the steps to building your own green..

Benefits To Working With A Solar Light Distributor
When you are looking to complete your next solar LED light project, look to using a distributor to help with the process of finding a reputable manufacturer, designing the system,..

Reasons Solar Bike Path Lighting Systems Are Gaining Traction
In the last couple of years, we are seeing an increase in bike paths being installed all over the US. This is because of an increased desire for people to become more active in..

Performance and Maintenance of Solar Panels in Cold Climates
Right now, one of the most significant trends in the energy sector is solar power. It is not only an excellent source of energy for homes or businesses but is sustainable and..

Gardens of Woodberry Solar Walkway Lighting
SEPCO recently worked with a local Property Management Company for a neighborhood to provide lighting along walkways and street lights in areas that were difficult to bring..

Solar Flagpole Light for Parkway South High School
SEPCO recently worked with Parkway South High School to help illuminate their flag. Electrical service was going to be difficult to get to the location of the flag and they were..

How will solar energy be used 20 years from now?
The future is always hard to predict. But by tracing current trends in energy use, the solar energy industry, and scientific research into the future, we can pull back the curtain..
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