SEPCO-Solar Lighting's Blog on Renewable Energy and Green Ideas: Solar Lighting (8)
Common Mistakes People Make With Solar Parking Lot Lighting
Solar parking lot lighting systems provide a great alternative to a standard grid-powered lighting system since they require no trenching for installation, use zero energy, have..
Solar LED Lighting Systems: Expectations vs Reality
As the solar lighting industry has evolved over the last decade or two, there have been many advances and setbacks that have happened. There are many expectations of where the..
5 Methods to Cut Energy Costs Effortlessly
Business owners in the United States spend around $60 billion on energy annually. Finding ways to reduce monthly operating costs should be one of your main goals. While this may..
Old Style HPS Lights vs Solar Powered LED Lights
Over the last decade, LEDs have evolved greatly. Not only has their light output increased, but also their efficiencies and price points have changed drastically. There are so..
Comparing Solar Light Pole Project Cost vs System Cost
Often in the solar lighting industry, we receive calls asking for a system to meet a need in an area where power is not feasible to bring out, but then months later, the customer..
How to Deal with Light Trespass with Solar Lighting Projects
When designing a lighting solution, light trespass needs to be considered, especially when located near a neighborhood. Light pollution is another factor that should be looked at..
Solar Lighting Systems are the Best for Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation Departments have been using solar lighting systems for many years now as they provide a solution to illuminate the required area without disturbing the..
Do You Know Where Your Solar Lighting Systems Are Manufactured?
Today the market is flooded with stuff. One person creates an item and then everyone else wants to jump in and make their own version of that same thing. Sometimes, real..
Family Health Center Parking Illuminated by SolarVipers
SEPCO worked closely with Electrical Dynamics, Inc in Lawrence MA to provide lighting to a project where grid power wasn’t feasible. A small triangle parking lot for the Greater..
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..
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..
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