Solar is the hot new trend in garden lighting and it's probably the way of the future, since energy conservation, pollution laws and responsible use of non-renewable energy sources is urgently required today. Solar lights have been around for a while now and though they were initially seen as an expensive gimmick, today, they're the lighting choice of millions of people across the globe, ranging from remote villages in India to famous gardens in the UK.

Advantages of solar garden lights:

Wireless: Solar garden lights don't need meters of cabling or electrical points, which can be hazardous if they get damaged, leading to dangerous power leakage, especially in outdoor locations, which could be wet lawns, grounds or water bodies. Individual lights are controlled by their own rechargeable photo-voltaic cell, which also means they can be conveniently moved around the garden.

Simple to install: Conveniently packaged sets of solar garden lights are available in most lighting-solution stores. The kit includes the batteries, fixtures, LED light bulbs and other components to set up the lighting system. If the format is simple enough you can even install them yourself, without hiring an electrician.

Maintenance free: Solar lights are famous for being low on maintenance and regular care. Since the LED bulbs have a much longer life than traditional incandescent and batteries are self-charging, without any maintenance, you probably don't have any worries other than to keep the exteriors clean and dust-free.

Energy saving: Solar garden lighting can cut your costs down to almost nil, since you don't pay anything for using the sun's rays! The batteries charge themselves during the day and advanced technology ensures that even on cloudy days, they can draw energy from UV rays. Since this energy source is a renewable one, it's non-polluting and cheap, the use of solar garden lights is your contribution to a greener world.

Disadvantages:

Sunny side up: You need to place the photo-voltaic cells or panels in areas that can trap maximum sun, hence placement could be an issue. Clouds, pollution and inconsistent charging of batteries can make solar lighting a hit and miss affair in wintry, cloudy weather. Using a hybrid system could be the answer for public parks and buildings.

Larger initial costs: Since solar garden lights need to be purchased as a kit, this could drive up the initial investment.

Solar lighting comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. When it's used for lighting up garden spaces, the advantages are probably greater than the minus points, but it's still up to individual home owners and managers of commercial buildings whether to use them or not. Each one of the pros and cons should be examined carefully and weighed before making a final choice.

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