Solar options in outdoor lighting

Journal Article · Sun May 01 00:00:00 EDT 1994 · Public Works; (United States)

OSTI ID:7280741

Wiener, M ^[1]

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1. Southwest Photovoltaic Systems, Inc., Carrollton, TX (United States)

This article describes the use of solar powered outdoor lighting in ecologically sensitive areas or where power line extensions are not economical or are unsightly. The topics of the article include choosing lighting based on climate conditions and expected use, sizing batteries and photovoltaic panels, and operation and maintenance needed including expected bulb life.

• OSTI ID: 7280741
• Journal Information: Public Works; (United States), Vol. 125:6; ISSN 0033-3840
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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14 SOLAR ENERGY
32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
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PUBLIC LANDS
BALLASTS
CONTROL SYSTEMS
FLUORESCENT LAMPS
SODIUM
ALKALI METALS
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
ELEMENTS
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METALS
POWER SUPPLIES
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