Forbes, NSW creates world's longest stretch of solar lights with help from drought-stricken farmers

Forbes, NSW World's Longest Stretch Solar Lights Farmers

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The council added 400 SBL solar-powered lights to a five-kilometer portion of the Lake Forbes trail. These Orca Solar Lighting fixtures store energy during the day used to keep trail users safe at night. Forbes hired temporary workers impacted by the area's drought to complete the installation. Local leaders included the lighting and jobs program in its Drought Communities Program of infrastructure improvements.

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Forbes, NSW

Area in New South Wales

Australia

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Forbes Council NSW - Orca Solar Lighting

Lake Forbes, Four kilometre long pathway, 400 Solar Lighting bollards.

Excellence in the Environment Awards - 2020 Finalists

Project Succeeded

Forbes was named a Local Government NSW Excellence in the Environment Awards 2020 Finalist for its solar lighting project.

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