SEPCO-Solar Lighting's Blog on Renewable Energy and Green Ideas: Solar Lighting (10)
Wattage vs Lumens: Know the Difference for Better Lighting
With the push for LED lighting, there is a lot to take into consideration now for lighting levels. One of the biggest arguments is light Wattage versus the Lumens and determining..
Solar Street Light Components: What’s in Your System?
There are many components involved in creating a commercial solar street light system. What components are used to manufacture the system can make or break a system over time...
Ways to Save Money with Solar Outdoor Lighting
Solar outdoor lighting solutions help businesses provide lighting to the exterior areas of their buildings for the safety and security of their visitors as well as employees...
Commercial vs Non-Commercial Solar Lights
So you think a solar light is a solar light…right? Well, not really. There are many different types of solar lighting systems using many different types of technologies. The solar..
6 Reasons LED Lights Are Becoming the Go To Option
LED Lights are gaining popularity for many reasons, such as longevity, versatility, safety and so much more. LEDs are becoming more popular both in commercial applications as well..
13 Great Reasons to Use Solar Power and Solar Lighting
Ever wonder why solar is a great alternative to standard grid electricity? Let's look at 13 great reasons to use solar power and solar lighting systems over traditional..
Solar Lighting Design Guide – Wattage / Lumen Requirements
Part 2 of the solar lighting design guide is about determining the wattage and Lumen requirements of the project. This varies from fixture to fixture, manufacturer to..
What’s The Difference Between Solar Pathway Lights?
So all solar pathway lights are created equal? The short answer is no. There are many different style, sizes, and functionalities between different solar pathway lighting systems...
7 Fun Facts About Commercial Solar Outdoor Lights
1. Operate Completely Free From Grid Power Commercial solar outdoor lights do not require any grid power at all and are completely owned by the end user. The sun charges via the..
Why Trench When You Can Use Solar Lighting Systems?
One of the largest costs associated with new lighting projects is the cost of trenching in the electricity from the main source. Trenching not only costs more, but it tears up the..
Difference of a Solar Street Light vs. Traditional Light
More solar street lights are being installed worldwide and are slowly taking over as the way to illuminate the streets at night, but what are their differences? Why are solar..
How to Protect Your LED Solar Lights from Theft and Vandalism
With the increasing costs of energy and the jump in demand for a renewable energy alternative, solar is increasingly being a commodity worth investing in. Making sure your systems..
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