The Green Column is an environmentally friendly and cost effective alternative to grid connected amenity lighting and an innovative, cost-saving solution to light at off-grid sites. It is quite simply powered by a Rutland Windcharger and BP Solar photovoltaic panels
Locations previously considered too far from the grid but require lighting can now be considered for a Green Column. The wind and solar powered solution delivers free, renewable energy which is stored in a battery ready to be consumed when darkness falls. Green Columns are already in use all over the UK on footpaths, playgrounds and car parks.
The Green Column has been developed for the expanding use of renewable energies throughout the world. The small discreet wind turbine and solar panel quietly and efficiently generate sufficient power to run the lamp for up to 16 hours per day. The system can even be adapted for applications other than roadside illumination, such as shore based navigation systems, cctv and other novel uses.
| • Green Column’s produce their own power so there’s no on-going use of fossil-fuels | | • Installation has very minimal environmental impact as only a small bored hole is normally necessary |
| • When you install a Green Column there’s no need to dig trenches for underground cables as it is totally independent of the grid | | • By generating its own power from the wind and sun there will be no grid connection charges, no on-going energy or standing charges | | • Installation is quick, typically less than a day per column, and easy by your own contractor or ask Marlec for a quotation |
The Green Column has proved the ideal lighting solution for:
• Discreet lighting in conservation areas
• Footpaths in parks
• Car parks
• Countryside roads
• Bus shelters
• Industrial buildings
• Airfields
• Remote homes
• Harbour-side lighting
• Developing countries
• Play areas
The Rutland Micro Wind Turbines have been manufacturered since 1979 and products are installed worldwide in some of the most harshest and extreeme weather conditions and environments. The Green Column kit uses the proven Rutland wind turbine and photovoltaic panels from BP Solar. The storage battery is a long life sealed battery that requires no maintenance and the whole electrical connection comes together at our purpose designed programmable power controller. The columns are manufactured to our specification by Abacus Lighting, one the UK’s most reputable street lighting suppliers.
When considering your location for a Green Column, site conditions which may affect the performance of the system should be taken into account. Nearby buildings, trees and other obstructions will cause turbulence to the turbine and shading to the solar panel, the latter should be South facing in the UK. Performance of the system can be enhanced by adjusting the settings of the controller, eg reduce the number of hours of operation when light is not required late at night.
For installation & commissioning service. Please ask for a quotation. Installation can also be effected by a building or electrical contractor with appropriate experience of installing street lamps. The system is supplied with a complete wiring harness for simple connection but we recommend commissioning be undertaken by an electrician for adjustment of the controller electronic light sensors and timer. The controller is supplied with standard light level and timer settings adjustable by the user.
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