The development of power generation technology has developed rapidly in recent years, and included in these developments has been the solution of a solar lighting tower. This invention has brought about an increase in dependable, accessible, and portable light sources which has revolutionised the lighting capabilities on construction and other building sites.
They have also become an excellent lighting solution alternative due to their environmental benefits. To only name a few, this type of lighting solution can help to reduce pollutants, reduce fuel costs, and limit noise pollution. As a result of these eco-friendly features, solar lighting towers have become particularly beneficial for sites in built up locations, such as residential areas.
If you’re looking to improve the eco-friendliness of your building site, continue reading to learn more about how lighting towers can benefit the environment.
8 environmental benefits of using a solar lighting tower
Solar lighting towers offer several environmental benefits compared to traditional lighting towers that rely on fossil fuels or grid electricity. Here are some of the key environmental advantages of using solar lighting towers:
1. Renewable Energy Source
Solar lighting towers harness the power of sunlight, which is a renewable energy source. The solar panels then convert this sunlight into electricity. As a result, solar lighting eliminates the need for non-renewable fossil fuels such as diesel or gasoline, and reduces the reliance on fossil fuel consumption and decreases greenhouse gas emissions.
2. Reduced Carbon Footprint
Similarly, solar lighting towers can operate without emitting greenhouse gases or any other harmful pollutants. Having your construction site use solar energy, can help to reduce your carbon emission output, which is a major contributor to climate change.
3. Energy Efficiency
Solar lighting towers are also specially designed to be highly energy efficient. Traditionally, LED lightbulbs are used, which are approximately 80-90% more efficient than traditional lighting technologies.
This is because LED lightbulbs consume less energy while still providing the same or even better lighting output than traditional lighting. In turn, this leads to reduced overall energy consumption.
4. Noise Reduction
Traditional lighting towers powered by diesel generators often produce a lot of noise due to the combustion of fuel. Particularly when placed in residential areas, these traditional lighting towers can create a lot of noise pollution.
Solar lighting towers, on the other hand, operate almost silently as they do not require any generators or engines. This can be particularly beneficial in sensitive environments such as nature reserves, parks, or urban areas where noise pollution needs to be minimised.
5. Lower Air Pollution
Fossil fuel-powered lighting towers that are used on construction sites can also emit harmful pollutants such as nitrogen oxides, sulphur dioxide, and other volatile organic compounds.
By switching your traditional lighting towers to solar lighting towers, these emissions can be greatly reduced or completely eliminated. Not only will this lead to improved air quality on your site, but it will also reduce the negative impact on human health and the environment.
6. Minimised Fuel Spills and Contamination
When using traditional lighting towers that use fuel, such as diesel, there is always a risk of fuel spills during transport, refuelling, and during any maintenance jobs. No matter where these spillages occur, these spills can contaminate soil and water, and can harm wildlife.
However, when using a solar lighting, this risk is removed entirely as they do not require any fuel.
7. Reduced Light Pollution
Modern variations of solar lighting come equipped with smart lighting features, such as motion sensors or dimming controls. These controls allow for targeted illumination, which minimises any light pollution by directing light only where it is needed. As a result, this helps preserve the natural environment and reduces disruption to any surrounding nocturnal wildlife.
8. Longevity and Sustainability
Finally, a solar lighting tower has a long operational life and requires minimal maintenance. With proper installation and maintenance, solar panels can last for 25 years or more. This longevity reduces waste generation associated with frequent replacement of traditional lighting tower components.
To better the sustainability of your construction site further, leasing your lighting solutions on a project basis is also a fantastic sustainable option nowadays. This ensures that your usage of a solar lighting tower is focused and is only used when you need it.
At SmartWatch Solutions, our solar lighting solutions can be hired depending on the specific needs of your project and its timeframe. You can find out more about this here.
Get in touch
Overall, the use of a solar lighting tower contributes to a cleaner, more sustainable, and environmentally friendly lighting solution.
If you’d like to discuss leasing our solar lighting towers for your project, you can email us at info@smartwatchsolutions.co.uk. Alternatively, you can call us on 0344 576 0221. Our team will be happy to help!
