Solar Lighting Solutions

Solar lighting is a growing industry attempting to meet the demand for sustainable energy. Finding the right solution for your solar lighting needs depends on the size of your space and the amount of direct sun you have access to.

Significance

Solar lighting harnesses its power from the inexhaustible energy of the sun and can be a cost-effective choice for your home and garden. Placement is important to store enough sunlight: Place solar lights in south-facing areas.

Features

There is limited wiring required in solar lighting between solar cells and the rechargeable batteries that store the energy generated by the solar cells..

Choices

For safety and security, use solar pathway lights along a stairway or garden path. If you are simply looking for indirect lighting or lighting to focus on landscaping, then choose LED floodlights with solar panels.

Safety

Motion detector solar lights provide safety throughout the night and are only activated when movement is detected, thus offering a longer charge on the photo cells. Lights can be wall mounted or placed in the ground.

References

• Gardeners Supply Company: All About Solar Lights
• LED Landscape Lighting