Keeping construction sites well-lit is essential not only for the safety of the people on them, but also for the protection of tools, equipment and materials from theft.
From October to March, when the clocks go back for Daylight Savings, which means longer periods of darkness and a higher need for lighting in place to protect and secure sites.
Using solar power to light up your site
This is where temporary solar lighting solutions like solar lighting towers come in handy, they provide ample lighting that can be strategically placed throughout the site to ensure every corner is lit. They’re usually portable and can scale with projects.
Daylight Savings make up half of the year, so finding a temporary solar lighting solution that flexes to your needs and is affordable is essential for construction businesses.
Using solar power instead of traditional power will not only be more environmentally-friendly, but it can save you up to £900 per month during winter in diesel costs.
Can solar lighting work without the sun?
The UK is notorious for its grey days, especially during the winter season, so concerns around solar lighting being effective during Daylight Saving Time are understandable.
There’s a common misconception of how solar panels create energy. The PV cells in solar panels do not require sun or heat to create power, they use light. So when light shines on a solar panel, even if it’s scattered or not direct sunlight, it still produces electricity.
Does solar power work in bad weather?
Temporary solar lighting towers are robust and built to be used in the UK and can therefore withstand harsh weather conditions.
The trailer-mounted battery powers the lights, so even on winter days with 16 hours of darkness, the unit operates consistently and reliably.
The Prolight lighting tower was even given the honour of the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the Sustainable Development category, the highest recognition for UK businesses, personally approved by Her Majesty The Queen back in 2021.
Preparing for the next Daylight Savings
With Daylight Savings just ended , it’s the perfect time to reflect on the challenges and mishaps your site may have experienced during this period.
It may not be time to hire temporary solar lighting just yet, but it’s a good time to look around and see how solar lighting options can prevent these problems and may be a better fit for the next time the clocks go back.
Explore our temporary solar lighting towers today, and find out how they can help you save on energy bills and how they work during Winter.
