A Wind powered and solar lighting system for Kilbrannish Hill car park was recently supplied to the Local Authority. VeeLites Eco Series consists of an 8m Pole with Wind Turbine, Solar Panel, LED Streetlight, Occupancy and Daylight Sensor, and a Battery and Control system. A solar street lighting system by itself was not though adequate as the car park is in use throughout the Winter, when lighting is most required.
The car park is used by Tourists and Locals for Walking, Bird Watching, walking Dogs and general sight seeing. However, many people were returning to the carpark in complete darkness which was both a discomfort and a safety concern. The nearest electricity point was several Kilometres away.
This Stand alone, energy-free system installed in 2009 switches on the LED streetlight Luminaire once there is movement nearby. It stays on for several minutes after it last detects any movement. It was designed for 2 hours operation per night and has a 2 week battery backup.
VeeLite also supply dedicated solar street lighting Luminaires which are designed for mainly summer time applications.