Why Skateparks Need Better Lighting Skateparks are among the most active and visible features in public recreation systems. They serve a wide range of users including youth riders, roller skaters, …
Skateparks After Dark: Off-Grid Lighting That Performs
Why Off-Grid Is the Right Fit for Skatepark Projects Most outdoor skateparks are built without existing power infrastructure. Extending the electrical grid means cutting through concrete, coordinating permits, and installing …
The Science Behind Solar Lighting in Snowy Climates
How Snowy Climates Shape Solar Lighting Performance Snowy climates introduce several conditions that can influence how solar lighting systems operate. Heavy snowfall, shorter days, low winter sun angles, and freezing temperatures all change …
Winterization Checklist: How Municipalities Can Ensure Reliable Outdoor Lighting All Season Long
Why Winter Preparation Matters for Municipal Outdoor Lighting As winter approaches, outdoor lighting becomes even more important for municipal safety and visibility. Snow, ice and extended periods of darkness can all affect …
Looking Ahead: What’s Next for Solar Street Lighting in 2026?
From Early Experiments to Essential Infrastructure In just a decade, solar street lighting has evolved from small pilot projects into a core component of modern infrastructure planning. As municipalities confront rising energy costs, …
How Solar Lighting Strengthened City Resilience in 2025
A Year Defined by Climate and Infrastructure Stress In 2025, cities faced another year of heat waves, severe storms, and grid instability—events that repeatedly exposed the limits of traditional, grid-tied …
How Solar Street Lights Stay Reliable in Harsh Winter Conditions
Why Winter Reliability Matters for Solar Street Lighting When winter arrives, outdoor lighting faces some of its toughest conditions of the year. Freezing temperatures, heavy snowfall, icy storms, and shorter …
How Solar Street Lights Improve Public Safety During Winter Power Outages
The Impact of Winter Power Outages on Community Safety Winter storms often bring challenging conditions that can affect everything from road safety to basic visibility in neighborhoods. When snow, ice, …
Play After Dark, Without the Grid: Solar Lighting for Outdoor Courts
Extend Playtime, Eliminate the Grid Across the country, outdoor courts are busier than ever. Evening pickleball leagues, basketball games, and weekend tennis matches are bringing people together in parks, schools, …
Off the Grid, Onto the Court: Planning Recreational Solar Lighting Upgrades
Why Communities Are Replacing Outdated Court Lighting Outdoor recreation courts are some of the hardest-working assets in any public park system. They serve as hubs for fitness, youth programming, casual …