With winter approaching, it is becoming increasingly difficult to keep our energy bills down. With the cold front in full swing, we are looking for new ways to keep costs low. Solar lighting is a cost-effective and renewable way to light up your home this winter. Here are our best tips on how to save energy using solar lighting this winter:
1. Choose the Right Solar Lights
Looking for solar lighting that is designed to work throughout the winter, and has a solar panel that is large enough to provide enough brightness to adequately light your home is essential. There are many cable-free lamps that can be charged outside through the solar panel, or inside with a USB cable. They are lightweight and easy to manoeuvre from one space to the other.
2. Strategically Place Lights
After choosing the perfect lights for you, make sure they are strategically placed around your home. Place the lights in the brightest parts of your home, where the solar panel can hang out of the window or your lamp is a suntrap on the windowsill. You want to maximise your light coverage where possible. Then, in the evenings set the wireless lamps in darker corners of your home where you may need more light.
3. Auto Switch-off Timers
To make sure that you are getting the most out of your solar lights, use auto switch-off timers. Timers will help you save energy by only using the lights when they’re needed. Solar lights have dusk sensors, meaning that when it gets dark the lights will switch on, then in the morning the lights will switch back off and daylight will light your room instead.
4. Motion Detectors
Using solar motion lights is another wonderful way to save energy. Sensors detect movement and will switch on the lights when someone is near. This will help you save energy by only using lights when you need them, and double their brightness due to the energy saved.
5. Cost
A solar light that has all of these features doesn’t have to break the bank. It is worth investing in a light that will give you a year’s guarantee, and with replaceable features such as the battery. For more inspiration visit our website.
By following these tips, you can save energy and money this winter by using solar lighting. Not only will you save money on energy bills, but you’ll also be helping the environment by using a more sustainable source of light. So switch to solar lighting this winter and start saving money and energy!
