Solar Lighting for Trails & Public Spaces Webinar
Solar Lighting for Trails & Public Spaces Webinar
February 23, 4:30 pm
Taking place on
Monday, February 23 at 4:30 pm, Hike Nova Scotia will host the
Solar Lighting for Trails and Public Spaces webinar with
Solar Winds Energy. It will explore how modern solar lighting solutions can safely and sustainably enhance trails, parks, waterfronts and public spaces.
Facilitated by Neil Martin, Director of Solar Winds Energy Inc., this session will cover where and how solar lights can be installed, including simple, non-invasive installation methods that avoid trenching and minimize site disturbance. Topics include trail safety and liability considerations, vandalism-resistant design and proven performance in high winds and harsh coastal and winter conditions. Participants will learn about the cost advantages of solar lighting, low maintenance requirements, long service life and repairable, upgradeable designs that support long-term use. The webinar will also highlight smart lighting controls, environmental benefits and how solar lighting can support tourism, recreation and community events by extending safe use of public spaces after dark. The session will include a live demonstration of the lighting units, along with discussion of grants and provincial funding opportunities that may support future projects. This webinar is ideal for municipalities, trail organizations, parks and recreation staff and community groups seeking practical, resilient and sustainable lighting solutions.
Presenter
Neil Martin is the Director of Solar Winds Energy Inc. (SW Energy), a Newfoundland and Labrador–based renewable energy company focused on solar, wind, energy storage, EV charging and off-grid power solutions. With a strong technical background in microelectronics, electrical systems and hands-on trades, Neil specializes in designing and deploying reliable energy infrastructure in remote and harsh-climate environments. Neil has led and supported projects across Atlantic Canada involving community solar lighting, trail and public-space infrastructure, backup power systems and off-grid renewable installations. His work emphasizes practical design, long-term reliability and solutions tailored to real-world operating conditions. As a speaker, Neil brings a grounded, experience-driven perspective on renewable energy deployment, climate resilience and community-scale infrastructure.
It is offered in partnership with
Solar Winds Energy and the
Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage.
Registration
This online event is free. Registration is required in advance.
February 23, 4:30 pm -
Register Here
After registration you will receive a confirmation email with a link to the webinar. It is your responsibility to confirm you have received the confirmation email. If you do not receive this email, please check your spam filter. If it is not there,
contact Hike NS and do so at least two hours before the webinar.
