Why a Minimum of Five Days Autonomy is Important for Solar
I am often asked why a minimum of five days of autonomy is used when sizing off-grid solar power systems for lighting or remote power locations are used, so I figured I’d write a..
Wildlife Friendly Lighting is Vital for the Safety of Nature
We all have lights outside at night, both at our homes and places of business. Even communities provide lighting for their travelers throughout streets, parking lots, signs, and..
Solar Pavilion Lighting for Parks and Public Spaces
Pavilions installed in parks and public spaces provide a great place to gather for parties, a place to have a picnic, meet people, or just find some shade and a place to sit and..
Using Solar Outdoor Bollard Lighting for Pathways
Recently we worked with a local park and recreation department to complete a solar outdoor bollard lights project for their pathway around a covered playground area. The bollards..
4 Important Steps to Ensure Your Solar Lights Stand Up
You have made the final purchase, and your solar lights are coming. Here are some tips before you install the light systems to make sure they stand up to the test of time. Have..
Turtle Friendly LED Solar Street Lights for Bradenton Beach
Back in 2009, the City of Bradenton Beach decided to utilize renewable energy to lower their city’s electric bill and become more environmentally friendly. As they are a coastal..
Economic Benefits of High Quality Solar Outdoor Lighting
High-quality solar outdoor lighting systems provide illumination to spaces without traditional energy coming from the utility grid. This makes them a cleaner and greener choice..
Make your Landscape Green with Solar Power
I came across this great article last week Greening Your Landscape with Solar Power and wanted to share it with you as it was full of great information. It provided information on..
Battery Storage and Off-Grid Solar Power & Lighting Systems
Renewable energy, especially solar, requires the energy produced to be used immediately or stored for a later time. Battery storage plays an absolutely critical role in all..
Comparing Costs of Solar Lighting to Electrical Lighting
Comparing costs between off-grid solar lighting and traditional electrical grid-powered lighting can often be confusing and seem like a daunting task. Upfront purchase costs,..
Solar Pathway Lights are the Perfect Solution for Remote Areas
Solar pathway lights are a perfect solution for remote areas for a variety of reasons. First and foremost, they provide a source of lighting for pathways or walkways at night...
New Solar LED Street Lights for a Caribbean Community
Almost 17 years ago, a community in the Caribbean purchased solar street lighting systems for areas around the neighborhood. Now they are purchasing additional lights to expand..