Recent technological advancement in the energy sector has led to the development of street lights that make use of solar power. Solar street lights are raised outdoor light sources, which are powered by the sun in the presence of PV (photovoltaic) panels, and these panels are mostly mounted on the lightening framework or connected to the pole itself. The solar street light works by collecting solar energy during the day through the photovoltaic panels and then converts the solar energy into electrical energy which is stored in the battery. The charged battery then powers a fluorescent or LED lamp during the night. Many users are beginning to adopt solar street light in recent times due to many reasons.

Solar street lights are separated from the utility grid resulting in minimal operational and maintenance cost. In other words, solar street lights are wireless and not connected to any electricity provider. It only depends on the energy generated by the sun which is stored and later used at night, therefore, making it cost effective. This makes it a better option than the traditional energy sources especially for remote areas and places not connected to the grid.

Also, solar street lights do not have external wires; as a result, it reduces the risk of accidents. In most cases, conventional street lights have external wires which can lead to various issues when damaged such as electrocution and fire which results in death and destruction of life and properties. However, this risk is avoided when using solar street lights as the wires are internally connected.

Furthermore, solar street lights are environmentally friendly because the panels are dependent on the sun hence they do not release greenhouse substances into the atmosphere. They produce clean and reliable energies for many years, therefore, making the ecosystem a safe and better place. Also, the parts of the solar street light can easily be carried to remote areas and installed with ease, thus, making it the best and most efficient solution for lighting problems in rural areas.

A lot of people encounter various problems especially road users at night in remote places and places not connected to the grid due to lack of visibility. Solar street lights can help reduce this by constant power supply free from any electricity provider for road users at night for over 21 years with little or no recurrent expenditure. People may say it’s expensive but they refuse to see the long-term benefit and the longer life cycle of street solar lights. Engaging in solar street lights will help to power remote places at a very low cost, ensure constant availability of light, protect the environment, and ensure the safety of lives and properties.