Lighting the Way to a Safer Community A well-lit community is the cornerstone of safety and security for residents, and it falls upon the shoulders of Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and land developers to make informed decisions when choosing the most effective lighting systems. Many factors come into play when selecting the best solution, starting with […]

Lights are an essential part of everyday life. We rely on lights for everything, including walking in parking lots and pathways at nighttime. There are two options for lighting systems: solar lights and traditional incandescent lights. While they offer the same fundamental feature of lighting up the dark, there are many distinct advantages to choosing […]

Understanding Solar Lighting Technologies As sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions gain traction, solar lighting emerges as an essential component in modern urban planning. Innovative systems that use renewable energy offer a viable alternative to traditional lighting, significantly reducing carbon emissions and energy costs. As technology evolves, new products like integrated solar poles emerge, promising better […]

Storms, tornados, hurricanes, and other weather events can cause blackouts. These unpredictable power outages are generally unavoidable and can last from a few seconds to several weeks. Unpredictable blackouts are different from rolling blackouts, which are becoming more common worldwide, including in the United States. But just because they are predictable does not mean rolling […]

Project managers weigh many factors when planning municipal solar street lighting projects for their community. Street and walkway projects are expensive and often leave limited funds for lighting. In many cases, wiring to the site is expensive, and permitting can be difficult. City ordinances often specify strict illumination requirements, and lights must provide a certain […]

The short answer is – yes! Although direct sunlight is key to charging solar panels, they continue to charge even on cloudy, overcast days. Sol’s innovative lighting systems and products, for example, are designed to work for at least four days with no direct sunlight! This is what we refer to as the autonomy of […]

In our “new normal” COVID-19 pandemic world, essential services are a popular topic. Jobs like health care and emergency services, utilities, transportation, and food and grocery store workers are considered essential to preserving health and social well-being. A less discussed but still essential innovation for modern society is an example hailing from the dawn of […]

The Buy American Act (BAA) has been a significant piece of legislation that has impacted American companies and workers for decades. At its core, the BAA is designed to protect American labor and businesses by restricting the acquisition and use of end products that are not considered “domestic.” In other words, the BAA makes federal […]