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Our passion is unleashing the potential of solar power in making better and more sustainable communities. We love talking about urban and pedestrian scale design trends, the latest technology and how communities are incorporating solar lighting to increase accessibility and usability of public spaces.
The Importance of Independence from Power Grids
With our growing demand for electricity in our lives, the strain on power grids has increased every year. This results in power outages, brownouts and blackouts in communities around the world, and highlights the need for independence from the power grid. Solar...
First Light Technologies Launches the RSL Series.
Introducing the all-new RSL Series from First Light Technologies. This innovative integrated solar light delivers the exceptional performance our customers have come to expect from our best-selling SCL2 Series, now wrapped in a sleek, contemporary form factor that...
Using Solar Lighting to Combat Copper Theft
Copper theft is on the rise in recent years. One of the easiest targets is the copper wiring within traditional street lighting. There’s usually no surveillance and access to the light bases is ground level. This leaves street and park lighting out of commission in...
Marine Solar Lighting: Going Where Wired Lighting Can’t
There are many amazing reasons to use outdoor solar lighting. The easy installation, the cost savings both on energy used and lack of trenching, the sustainability. But another reason to consider solar lighting for your project is the fact that it can be installed in...
What is the Social Impact of Outdoor Lighting?
Outdoor lighting is something that’s easily overlooked when we consider the equitability of a neighborhood or space. Most people, especially those in urban cities or areas, expect lighting to be automatic and available when it gets dark. But a lack of night time...
Busting Solar Lighting Myths
Solar lighting technology has come a long way over the last decade and there’s a lot of conflicting information out there. Some of this info is merely outdated, but some is also misinformation. In this blog, we’re setting the record straight on some of the most...
Solar Energy is Overtaking Other Energy Options
With sustainable energies becoming more of a focus due to climate change, it’s no surprise that solar energy has risen in the ranks of renewable energy. Solar technology that was once specialized and clunky is now accessible and affordable. According to the US Energy...
How Do FLT Solar Lights Perform In Winter?
We often get asked how our commercial outdoor solar lights manage in the snow and cold of winter weather. Do they stay on with the shorter daylight hours? Can they get enough sun with overcast and cloudy skies? Can the lights continue to work in cold temperatures? The...
FLT is Setting Superior Technical Support Standards
We know it’s important for your lights to come on when your community needs them. That's why we test every fixture we build to ensure it meets our rigorous quality standards. Our solar lights are so reliable that out of the over 40,000 fixtures we have installed, we...
How HOAs Can Benefit From Solar Lighting
For Homeowner Associations, using solar lighting can significantly enhance community safety and accessibility while remaining cost-effective. Quality lighting promotes resident activity, fosters a heightened sense of security, and increases property values. Whether...