We’re on a mission to help governments and businesses build safer, more usable, and more sustainable outdoor spaces with high-quality solar lighting products. For 35 years, we’ve stayed true to this mission, educating customers about the advantages, mechanics, and potential pitfalls of solar lighting while continuously driving the technology forward. We value our relationships with clients and take pride in offering a tailored, collaborative experience from the first call to the install—and beyond.
Our solutions can be found in more than 60 countries, providing reliable, resilient, and cost-effective illumination for everything from streets and trails to playgrounds and parking lots. In addition to enhancing safety and atmosphere, they deliver significant economic and environmental benefits. By drawing energy from the sun, our lights eliminate utility bills, reduce grid load, and prevent costly copper wire theft—all while playing an integral role in the renewable transition.
It’s in our DNA and evident across all our departments. We’re committed to delivering quality, pioneering products and services that exceed expectations time and again.
Solar lighting isn’t something you pick up overnight. Thirty-five years in business and thousands of installations have equipped our team with unmatched expertise that serves every project and customer.
We’re better together—and not just as a company. We involve our clients early and regularly, ensuring we’re always on the same page and working toward the same goal.
It’s the foundation of everything we do. From pre-sales to support, we prioritize honesty and accountability, ensuring our customers have complete confidence in our solutions and advice.
1990
Alan Hurst establishes Solar Outdoor Lighting Inc. in Pompano Beach, FL, to fill the need for industrial-grade solar lighting. Unlike early “DIY” solutions using off-the-shelf components, Sol is built on durable, purpose-driven design, ensuring long-lasting performance from day one.
2019
Sol launches Solar Lighting as a Service (SLaaS), the first program of its kind in the U.S., eliminating upfront lighting costs for developers. This innovative financing model allows expenses to be paid monthly and transferred to the HOA or CDD, ensuring affordable, hassle-free solar street lighting.
2021
Sol expands its best-in-class 10-year warranty to cover all its products, from all-in-one fixtures to high-power EverGen systems, offering customers greater peace of mind and confidence in long-term performance and reliability.
2022
A strategic partnership with Acuity enhances Sol’s offerings with a broad network of agents and distributors and seamless integration with state-of-the-art lighting fixtures—from utility-grade solutions to decorative designs.
2023
Sol reaches a major milestone with 150,000 solar lighting installations worldwide, illuminating streets, trails, communities and commercial facilities in more than 60 countries.
Sunna Design is a pioneer in solar street lighting and energy management founded and located in Bordeaux, France. With offices on three continents and installations in more than 60 countries, the company is known for its deep commitment to research and development and demonstrated track record for delivering reliable, robust lighting infrastructure at scale.
In 2020, Sunna Design acquired Sol and continues to operate it as a distinct brand serving Canada, the US, and Latin America. Joining Sunna significantly expanded Sol’s product line, making it the most comprehensive in North America.