Project Overview
Hawalli Kuwait Solar Street Lighting Upgrade Project
LIKELITE delivered a complete solar roadway lighting solution for a municipal road lighting upgrade project in Hawalli, Kuwait.
The project replaced conventional roadway lighting equipment with independent solar LED street lighting systems to improve:
- Roadway illumination performance
- Energy efficiency
- Infrastructure reliability
- Remote area lighting capability
Project installation:
1,500 Sets LIKELITE Solar LED Street Lights
Main technologies:
- Monocrystalline Silicon Solar Cell
- Lumileds SMD3030 LED Chip
- Lithium Battery Storage
- Intelligent Dimming Control
Project result:
30% Energy Saving Improvement
Project Information
| Project Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Hawalli Kuwait Solar Road Lighting Upgrade Project |
| Location | Hawalli, Kuwait |
| Country | Kuwait |
| Application | Municipal Road Lighting |
| Project Type | Solar Lighting Retrofit |
| Product | LED Solar Street Lights |
| Quantity | 1,500 Sets |
| Power | 100W |
| Certification | KUCAS |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Energy Saving | 30% |
| Power Source | Solar Energy |
| Brand | LIKELITE |
| Manufacturing Location | Guangdong, China |
Project Background
Existing Road Lighting Challenges
Before modernization, the roadway lighting system required improvement in several areas.
Challenge 1 — High Infrastructure Cost
Traditional grid-powered lighting required:
- Underground cable installation
- Electrical connection infrastructure
- Continuous power supply
For some roadway sections, independent lighting systems provided a more efficient solution.
Challenge 2 — Harsh Middle East Environment
The Kuwait climate requires lighting systems capable of operating under:
- High temperature
- Strong sunlight
- Dust environment
- Outdoor exposure
Challenge 3 — Maintenance Requirements
The project required:
- Long service lifetime
- Low maintenance operation
- Stable nighttime lighting
LIKELITE Solar Lighting Solution
Off-Grid Solar Road Lighting System
LIKELITE designed a complete solar lighting system including:
Solar Energy Generation System
Configuration:
- Solar Panel: 18V / 180W
- Monocrystalline Silicon Solar Cell
Advantages:
✓ High solar conversion efficiency
✓ Independent energy supply
✓ Reduced grid dependency
Battery Storage System
Battery specification:
12.8V / 75AH Battery
Charging time:
5-6 Hours
Functions:
- Nighttime power supply
- Stable lighting operation
- Energy storage management
Intelligent Lighting Control System
Integrated functions:
- Automatic ON/OFF
- Dimming control
- Energy optimization
Project Engineering Process
Phase 1 — Site Survey
LIKELITE engineering team conducted:
✓ Road condition evaluation
✓ Solar radiation assessment
✓ Installation position analysis
✓ Lighting requirement confirmation
Phase 2 — Solar Lighting Design
Engineering services:
✓ DIALux Evo Layout
✓ LitePro DLX Layout
✓ AutoCAD Layout
✓ AGi32 Lighting Calculation
Design considerations:
- Road classification
- Pole spacing
- Solar capacity
- Lighting uniformity
Phase 3 — Installation & Commissioning
Installation included:
✓ Pole installation
✓ Solar panel adjustment
✓ Battery connection
✓ Lighting angle adjustment
✓ System testing
Before & After Project
Before Upgrade
Existing Conditions
Problems:
- Limited lighting coverage
- Higher infrastructure dependency
- Insufficient nighttime visibility
Installation activities:
- Solar light mounting
- Panel positioning
- Battery commissioning
- Lighting adjustment
Project results:
✓ 30% energy saving
✓ Independent solar operation
✓ Improved roadway visibility
✓ Reduced maintenance requirements
✓ Lower electricity dependency
Before & After Comparison
Installed Product Specification
LIKELITE 100W Solar LED Street Light
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | LED Solar Street Lights |
| Brand | LIKELITE |
| Power | 100W |
| LED Chip | Lumileds SMD3030 |
| Luminous Efficiency | 110 lm/W |
| Solar Cell | Monocrystalline Silicon |
| Solar Panel | 18V / 180W |
| Battery | 12.8V / 75AH |
| Input Voltage | 12.8V-25.6V |
| Power Supply | Solar |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| CCT | 5000K |
| CRI | Ra>70 |
| Beam Angle | 140° Cut Off |
| Dimming | Support |
| Lifetime | 50,000 Hours |
| Weight | 33kg |
| Installation Diameter | 70-76mm |
| Product Size | 1600×600×60mm |
| Working Temperature | -25℃~+65℃ |
| Certification | KUCAS |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
Solar Lighting Engineering Services
LIKELITE provides complete project engineering support:
Design & Simulation
Including:
- Solar system sizing
- Lighting layout
- Road illumination calculation
- Installation drawings
DIALux Evo Solar Road Lighting Calculation Report
Roadway Lighting Simulation Verification
The simulation analyzed:
- Road surface illuminance
- Lighting uniformity
- Beam distribution
- Pole spacing
DIALux Calculation Results
| Calculation Item | Result |
|---|---|
| Average Illuminance (Eavg) | 22 Lux |
| Minimum Illuminance (Emin) | 13 Lux |
| Maximum Illuminance (Emax) | 36 Lux |
| Overall Uniformity (U0) | 0.59 |
| Longitudinal Uniformity (Ul) | 0.70 |
| Lighting Efficiency | 110 lm/W |
Project Benefits
30% Energy Saving Improvement
The project achieved energy reduction through:
Renewable Solar Energy
Advantages:
- No grid electricity consumption
- Reduced cable installation cost
- Suitable for remote roads
High Efficiency LED Technology
Using:
- Lumileds SMD3030 LED
- 110lm/W efficiency
- 50,000-hour lifetime
Why Choose LIKELITE Solar Lighting Projects
LIKELITE supports global solar lighting projects including:
✓ Municipal Roads
✓ Highway Lighting
✓ Rural Roads
✓ Remote Infrastructure
✓ Middle East Government Projects
Engineering capability:
- Solar system design
- Lighting simulation
- Product customization
- Installation support
Solar Lighting Project FAQ
1. Where is this solar lighting project located?
The project is located in Hawalli, Kuwait.
2. What type of project was completed?
A municipal solar roadway lighting upgrade project.
3. How many solar street lights were installed?
1,500 sets were installed.
4. What wattage solar lights were used?
100W Solar LED Street Lights.
5. How much energy saving was achieved?
The project achieved 30% energy saving improvement.
6. Does the system require grid electricity?
No.
The system operates using solar power.
7. What battery configuration is used?
12.8V / 75AH battery.
8. Does LIKELITE provide DIALux simulation?
Yes.
LIKELITE provides:
- DIALux Evo
- LitePro DLX
- AGi32
- AutoCAD layouts
9. What certification is available?
The product complies with KUCAS certification requirements.
10. Can the system work in extreme temperatures?
Yes.
Operating temperature:
-25℃ to +65℃
11. Can LIKELITE customize solar lighting projects?
Yes.
Customization includes:
- Solar panel capacity
- Battery capacity
- LED power
- Lighting design
12. Does LIKELITE support Middle East projects?
Yes.
LIKELITE supplies solar lighting solutions for Middle East infrastructure projects.
