News April 2023
Schréder and Sunna Design, two industry leaders, are joining forces to co-develop new solar lighting solutions that will accelerate the adoption of renewable energy and create safe nighttime environments for communities worldwide.*
To tackle the global energy and environment crisis, Schréder, the leading independent outdoor lighting solution provider, and Sunna Design, the expert company in solar lighting and energy management, are partnering to leverage the benefits of solar-powered lighting. Through this partnership, Schreder will propose a full range of solar lighting solutions to its customers, with a portfolio of street lights powered by Sunna Design solutions. With Schréder’s expertise in using light to its fullest potential and Sunna Design’s innovation and know-how in solar energy management, the partnership is poised to make a meaningful contribution to the global sustainability effort.
The partners aim to provide affordable and sustainable lighting solutions that promote equity by creating safe and comfortable environments after dark for all citizens, even if the electricity grid is not available. With our solar energy lighting solutions, customers will be less vulnerable to energy price fluctuations and network disruption while alleviating pressure on energy demand. With low installation and operating costs and a significantly reduced carbon footprint, these lighting solutions will provide communities with a practical and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional lighting. Added features like motion sensors would enable an even more responsible and sustainable energy use.
“Schréder believes that lighting can empower people, impact lives, support communities, and transform spaces, cities and the planet. With our partnership with Sunna Design, we are excited to deliver these sustainable lighting solutions that will benefit communities worldwide,” said Werner De Wolf, CEO of Schréder Group.
“Sunna Design is honoured to collaborate with an industry leader like Schréder and support them in converting their street lights to solar-powered solutions. Schréders’ unique product portfolio, large customer base, and expert salesforce are key assets. We believe this partnership will be a key lever to amplify our mission to brighten and connect the world sustainably, by bringing us closer to many customers and communities. It also demonstrates Sunna Design’s capacity to not only innovate with the most advanced technology and solutions, but also in the way to partner and go-to-market.” said Ignace de Prest, CEO of Sunna Design.
*This partnership extends to all markets, except North America.
