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It’s easy to be overwhelmed by outdoor solar lighting specs and components, especially when every manufacturer presents its products differently. Lighting professionals can help clients put these manufacturers on an equal playing field. Providing an in-depth introduction into the technology and benefits of off-grid solar lighting, the course explores why clients choose commercial solar lighting, what components make up a solar lighting system, and the three steps lighting professionals can take to ensure their clients choose a reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solution that meets their unique expectations.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Evaluate the environmental and economic benefits of commercial solar lighting.
- Discuss how the internal components of a solar light work.
- Recall the most important project specifics a client should discuss with a potential manufacturer when specifying an outdoor solar lighting system.
- Explain how to compare solar insolation data, solar panel sizing, batteries, and LED fixture performance in order to fully evaluate a solar lighting manufacturer’s product.
- Explain why project cost is more important than system cost, and the ways that a manufacturer can adjust light output and placement, fixture mounting height, and lighting layout to design the most cost-effective solution.
- Use the provided checklist to assess specification packages with clients.
Approximately 2 hours. Delivered online, at your own pace.
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Presenter Information

Name: Jake Dobson
Title: Technical Sales Specialist, SOL® by Sunna Design
Background: Jake Dobson, Technical Sales Specialist, is responsible for developing and introducing new products for SOL® by Sunna Design, a global leader in solar-powered commercial LED lighting solutions. Through years of experience, Jake has honed his expertise in the solar lighting industry. SOL® strives to provide lighting that is engineered smart, built tough, and accurately sized for streets, pathways, parking lots, and more.