Brief Intro

ADLT - ADVANCED LIGHTING TECHNOLOGIES  is the first supplier in NZ to provide the Cree 2700K RSW Series (marketed in NZ as Syrius.) While this street lighting luminaire is not technically amber in colour, its spectral characteristics are comparable to other 2200 K LEDs on the market. It incorporates technology that successfully addresses the problems of glare and non-uniform light distribution via patented lightpipe (wavemax) and diamond facet microlenses. This kind of glare free LED street lighting should be the standard for state highways and thoroughfares in  New Zealand. (Unfortunately, the NZTA continues to recommend unfit-for-purpose 4000 K when the maximum should be 2700 K, with 2200 K for residential zones.)  To learn more about this luminaire please watch this short clip. 

For information please phone Technical Sales Auckland Leader Nathan Gilchrist 

Phone +64 27 4301 111 

Email nathang@adlt.co.nz

Most importantly please read this white paper released in early 2022 by Cree. It's the first time a lighting manufacturer has publicly acknowledged and addressed the problems that exist with existing LED lighting technology and it also explains why existing metrics used by the lighting industry and contractors are invalid and cannot be applied to LED street lighting. 

ADLT also supply ecologically responsible amber LED options. Not all amber LEDs are created equal - many other amber lighting products on the market are phosphor converted (PC) rather than dedicated amber. These can still produce blue wavelength light that is visible and disruptive to wildlife, even though the light appears amber to humans. ADLT provide specially designed monochromatic amber LEDs produce light with a narrow spectral distribution that minimises disruption to turtle behaviour. Amber LEDs also typically produce fewer lumens than their white-light equivalent, reducing disruption to wildlife even further.

https://adlt.com.au/applications/wildlife-friendly/

COOLON LED LIGHTING

Coolon have a range of products available with a Dark Sky option: the Dark Sky compliant products are optimized to preserve the night sky without affecting the light quality on the ground.

These fittings are equipped with a special hood or a banner around each LED plate, minimizing scattering of the light and focusing it on the ground where you need it.

In addition to the special hood, the Dark Sky fittings feature optimized CRI.  For example, below are the recommendation currently active in Chile, one of the world's leading Dark Sky advocators :

• No more than 15% emission between spectrum 300 to 380 nanometres ; (Ultraviolet)
• No more than 15% emission between spectrum 380 to 499 nanometres; (CWT – blue)
• No more than 50% emission between spectrum 781 to 1.000 nanometres. (Infrared)

https://www.coolon.com.au/articles/dark-sky/

Also check out their responsible amber lighting for wildlife. 

https://www.coolon.com.au/articles/turtle-friendly/

AUSTRALIA

Head Office
Phone 1300 287 533
+61 3 8681 3633
Email support@coolon.com.au

ERCO
Oceania Experience Centre
Sub Base Platypus
Building 10.03, 120 High St
North Sydney NSW 2060
Australia
Phone +61 2 9004 8801
Email info.au@erco.com

ENERGY LIGHT  supplies amber 1600 - 2200 K LEDs by the brand EWO. Please see the 1600 K in the photo on the top right of this page.  This light source emits a warm colour without loss of colour rendition. Although the light source has exposed diodes, shielding can be added to reduce glare. Dimming is also possible.  The EWO series can also be operated using a smart technology app on a mobile phone.   

Energylight can also provide shielded, ecologically responsible, dark sky compliant 1600 K amber bollards. 

Please phone Mike Geddis on ‭021 514 102‬ or email him mike@energylight.net

EVOLVE LIGHTING supplies dark sky compliant amber 2200 LEDS availble in a wide range of lights sources including car parking, bollards, streetlights, wallpacks, etc. They also specialise in sports lighting with well designed and shielded floodlights tohat can help minimise the light pollution from outdoor fields and courts. 

Please be aware that when ordering amber LED lighting there is a 8-12 weeks lead time.

Phone Michal Strong 021 265 6037

 0800 357 6311

Email michael@evolve-lighting.co.nz

MHL  (MARK HERRING LIGHTING) now provides dark sky compliant lighting (including bollards) which follows the “five principles for responsible outdoor lighting” from Dark-Sky International  (formely the IDA) and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES). They offer shielded, amber or PC amber lighting along with sensors and timers.  

Phone +64 9 5510 500  

Email  info@lights.co.nz 

To watch a video about their approach to reducing light pollution and protecting the night sky click here.  

Please note MHL supplies the MRY224 luminaire in 2200 K although this isn't made clear on their website. Please contact them and request it  Click here for more info. 

SIGNIFY  can provide an amber 2200 K version of their RoadGrace Series, although  the chips in the module are exposed so they don't incorporate lightpipe technology or diffusing optics to reduce glare and intensity. 

Email Allan.stephenson@signify.com

TARGETTI NZ provide Italian-made lighting that can be customised for individual projects. Some of their street lighting luminaires have optical diffusers so the light that is emitted is indirect with less glare. Well designed optics also mean light can be directed precisely where it's needed, which is important near waterways to protect aquatic life. Targetti can also supply Italian-made bollards with an ecologically responsible colour spectrum for streets, pathways, parks and reserves. 

For more information Contact Ardy Phillips ardy@targetti.co.nz

WE-EF Lighting

From a scientific perspective, extremely warm-coloured light with a minimised blue component is particularly kind to nature and wildlife. Wild-Light integrates adaptive lighting technology, sensors and connectivity. The LED modules can provide two different colour temperatures, combined in suitable luminaires, such as the CFT, RFL and VFL pole luminaire series – the more nature-friendly colour temperature of 2200 K and warm white with 3000 K. 

https://www.we-ef.com/int/news/night-sensitive-lighting-news-2022

CROSSROADS  have a Narrow Band Amber (NBA) street lights which emit a warm amber colour with zero blue wavelengths of light that matches older low-pressure sodium light sources. These are ideal for astronomical sites, areas seeking dark sky status, and places that want to protect ecology and minimise the impact of artificial light at night. Additionally, they are well suited for cities and municipalities, arterial roadways, city parks, pathways and trails.

CROSSROADS also manufacture Phosphor Converted (PC) LED street lights with significantly low blue content in a warm amber colour that matches the 2000 K of older high-pressure sodium light sources. These are particularly suited for areas seeking dark sky status and places wanting to minimise the impact of artificial light at night on ecology.  Additionally, they are suited for cities and municipalities, 10 to 15 m tall poles along roadways, highways and intercity loops, universities and schools, parking lots and area lighting.

Both the PC and NBA fixtures are fully shielded with completely enclosed LEDs, eliminating glare. They are also designed to illuminate only where intended, avoiding unnecessary light spill/trespass/light pollution. 

To learn more please click here. 

For inquiries and orders please contact buddy@crossroadsled.com

Acuity Brands Lighting

Acuity Brands have developed ecologically responsible lighting solutions that include low wattage phosphor converted amber and true amber limited wavelength LEDs combined with proper shielding to help turtle hatchlings navigate from the nest to the shore. Their luminaires protect the environment, but also provide sustainable and energy-saving solutions for years to come.

https://www.acuitybrands.com/resources/featured-technologies/turtle-friendly-lighting

Truelite Distribution

Please have a look at the following lighting project at Hard Rock, Daytona, Florida. 

https://truelitedistribution.com/our-work/hard-rock/#gallery-13

Outdoor Lighting Perspectives

https://www.outdoorlights.com/resources/blog/2022/june/why-turtle-safe-lighting-is-important/

WE-EF Lighting

From a scientific perspective, extremely warm-coloured light with a minimised blue component is particularly kind to nature and wildlife. Wild-Light integrates adaptive lighting technology, sensors and connectivity. The LED modules can provide two different colour temperatures, combined in suitable luminaires, such as the CFT, RFL and VFL pole luminaire series – in 2200 K and warm white with 3000 K. 

https://www.we-ef.com/int/news/night-sensitive-lighting-news-2022