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Business Upturn
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
StreetLeaf Plants its 10,000th Light in Advance of Hurricane Season
TAMPA, FLORIDA, June 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — StreetLeaf , the leading provider of solar-powered streetlight services in the United States, has installed its 10 thousandth solar-powered streetlight, just in time for hurricane season, which begins June 1st. The 10,000th light is part of the Shine On Florida initiative, and indeed marks a significant step in the company's mission to provide cost-effective, hurricane resilient infrastructure options to communities across Florida. Shine on Florida is a call to action for Florida's utility companies, local governments, home builders, municipalities, HOAs and residents to rethink current construction choices, and make Florida a model for climate-resiliency. 'Future proofing communities has been a focus of Streetleaf since our inception but our sense of urgency increased exponentially last year when three back-to-back hurricanes hit our local area,' said Liam Ryan, CEO of StreetLeaf. 'Shine On Florida represents expanding access to lighting solutions that enhance safety, improve quality of life, and reduce environmental impact for this hurricane season, as well as for future generations.' Streetleaf has been partnering with large real estate development companies, who have been an integral part of expanding the use of hurricane resilient streetlights across Florida. Those companies include Metro Development Group, D.R. Horton , and Forestar Group Inc. . Streetleaf is also working with more than 50 HOAs to bring these lights to their communities, including the innovative Babcock Ranch, America's first solar-powered town. Tampa Electric Company has played a critical role in helping integrate solar solutions into infrastructure discussions around the Tampa area, as StreetLeaf works to bridge utility-grade performance with forward-thinking innovation. In Manatee County, StreetLeaf installations are now helping neighborhoods stay illuminated during power outages, offering peace of mind in storm-prone seasons. Additionally, homebuilders like Lennar, Kotler, Homes by WestBay, and MI Homes have become early adopters of solar streetlighting, recognizing its value in offering safer, more sustainable communities to their homebuyers. The newly installed lighting systems feature StreetLeaf's solar panel technology, which captures energy even during cloudy conditions, and has 5-day battery backup. Each unit includes high-efficiency LED bulbs that provide superior illumination while consuming minimal power. The lights are equipped with motion sensors and smart controls that adjust brightness based on time of day and pedestrian activity, further optimizing energy usage. Streetleaf lights are DarkSky approved, ensuring minimal light pollution while maximizing visibility and safety for residents. This aligns with StreetLeaf's commitment to creating environmentally responsible lighting solutions that respect natural ecosystems. By choosing Streetleaf's solar lighting solutions, communities benefit from both cost savings and meaningful environmental impact. Each installation saves counties and HOAs tens of thousands of dollars annually in electricity costs, while eliminating the need for trenching and wiring can reduce upfront infrastructure expenses by hundreds of thousands of dollars. At the same time, Streetleaf helps neighborhoods reduce carbon emissions—just fifty solar streetlights can offset the electricity use of two average households each year. To learn more about the Shine On Florida program, and how Streetleaf is helping Florida communities shine brighter and greener, visit: For more information about StreetLeaf and its services, please visit: . ABOUT STREETLEAFHeadquartered in Tampa, Florida, StreetLeaf specializes in integrating modern, renewable technology into communities through one of the most essential yet often-overlooked features—streetlights. Since its founding in 2019, StreetLeaf has installed over 10,000 lights across the country, from Florida to California, and is rapidly growing to meet the rising demand for resilient, sustainable solutions. StreetLeaf uses high-quality, dependable and proprietary hardware, software, and service to partner with land developers, builders, municipalities, utilities, and HOAs to create safer, greener communities. A carbon-neutral certified company, StreetLeaf is also DarkSky approved, and has offset more than 4 million pounds of CO2 and counting, as a tree is planted for every StreetLeaf light that is installed in the ground. Learn more at
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Streetleaf Becomes a National Vendor for Forestar; Brings New Solar-Powered, Innovative and Cost-Effective Streetlights as an Option to Communities Nationwide
An image of a Streetleaf streetlight. Streetleaf today announced a national vendor agreement with Forestar Group Inc. 'Forestar', one of the largest single-family community developers in the U.S. Tampa, Florida, Feb. 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Streetleaf, the leading provider of solar-powered streetlight services in the United States, today announced a national vendor agreement with Forestar Group Inc. 'Forestar', one of the largest single-family community developers in the U.S. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Streetleaf's mission to provide an energy and cost-efficient alternative to traditional on-grid services for communities across the country. 'Forestar develops approximately one in 50 single-family homesites across the country, and we're thrilled by the possibility of lighting their communities with solar-powered streetlights that run on clean energy and operate dependably through storms and power outages,' said Liam Ryan, CEO of Streetleaf. 'By using smart technology to provide a better homeowner experience, Forestar is building for the future.' The agreement between Forestar and Streetleaf streamlines the process for the developer's divisions to selectively incorporate innovative solar-powered streetlights into their new communities. This underscores Forestar's dedication to enhancing the living experience of residents by making environmentally thoughtful and safety-focused decisions. 'We work with trusted organizations to meet the needs of our customers, and Streetleaf offers reliable, cost-effective streetlights,' said Marc Parker, Forestar Corporate Vice President of Development. 'Residents in our developments deserve neighborhoods that prioritize safety and quality.' More than 8,000 Streetleaf streetlights have already been installed in more than 183 projects across the U.S. These installations have led to a savings of more than $32 million in infrastructure costs, and almost 3.3 million pounds of CO2 savings compared to traditional streetlights. Streetleaf lights deliver utility-grade performance and are designed and managed to stay on 365 days a year, even when the power goes out. Streetleaf provides 24/7 monitoring and maintenance for each installation. They are DarkSky approved and provide dimming options combined with a motion sensor for reducing light pollution without reducing safety. For more information visit ABOUT STREETLEAF Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, Streetleaf specializes in integrating modern, renewable technology into communities through one of the most essential yet often-overlooked features—streetlights. Since our founding in 2019, we've installed over 8,000 lights across the country, from Florida to California, and we're rapidly growing to meet the rising demand for resilient, sustainable solutions. With our high-quality and dependable hardware, software, and service, we partner with land developers, builders, municipalities, utilities, and HOAs to create safer, greener communities. We are a carbon-neutral certified company, Darksky approved, and have offset more than 3 million pounds of CO2 and counting. Learn more at Attachment An image of a Streetleaf streetlight. Streetleaf today announced a national vendor agreement with Forestar Group Inc. 'Forestar', one of the largest single-family community developers in the U.S. CONTACT: Carson Quinn ZMPR for Streetleaf 312.339.9779 carson@ in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
27-01-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Streetleaf Launches Shine On Florida Initiative to Support the Building of Storm Resilient Communities
TAMPA, FLORIDA, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Streetleaf, a leader in solar-powered infrastructure, is proud to announce the launch of its Shine On Florida initiative, a bold commitment to strengthen Florida communities against the growing challenges of climate change and hurricanes. Shine on Florida is a call to action for Florida's utility companies, local governments, home builders, municipalities, HOAs and residents to rethink current infrastructure choices, and make Florida a model for climate-resilient infrastructure for shaping a safer, brighter future for Floridians and their communities. Through a shared effort to implement resilient infrastructure like solar-powered streetlights, the Shine On Florida initiative is designed to keep neighborhoods safe, sustainable, and illuminated even in the face of extreme weather now and in the future. 'Shine on Florida represents a proactive approach to strengthening our communities. Florida faces unique challenges, and Streetleaf is here and ready to offer a solution that not only meets those challenges but sets a new standard for community resilience,' said Liam Ryan, CEO of Streetleaf. 'With over 8,000 lights already installed, and partnerships in place across the state, Streetleaf is ready to support Florida's efforts towards a more resilient community, providing Florida with dependable lighting through this and future hurricane seasons.' As part of Shine on Florida, Streetleaf seeks to connect with any and all new projects in Florida to provide a bid for their street and area lighting projects in 2025. Whether for new developments, municipal upgrades, or private projects, Streetleaf pledges to install the streetlights within 3 months of any signed contract in Florida in 2025. Further, any lights that are purchased before April 1 will be installed prior to the start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. Streetleaf aims to demonstrate the value of solar-powered streetlights in creating safer, more sustainable communities. Streetleaf's solar-powered streetlights are built to withstand Category 5 hurricanes and tropical storms, and remain operational even during widespread power outages. This innovation offers a practical and necessary solution to bolster community safety, reduce environmental impact, and pave the way for smarter infrastructure across the state. Streetleaf's lights are IoT smart devices connected to a remote monitoring dashboard that can identify potential problems before an outage occurs, identify current outages without the need for customer reporting, and allows for remote control of brightness settings. By staying operational during widespread power outages, they provide critical lighting when communities need it most, ensuring safety and comfort in the aftermath of storms. Solar-powered lights can also be installed in communities without existing infrastructure. This increases safety for drivers and pedestrians in historically underserved areas. Customers receive service, support, and tools to ensure a risk-free and seamless switch to the most efficient, sustainable, and innovative street and area lighting, allowing your communities to experience dependable lighting 365 days a year. Streetleaf's first streetlights were installed in 2019 and since then all of them have stayed on through multiple direct hits from major hurricanes and tropical storms including, most recently, Hurricanes Ian, Isalia, Debby, Helene and Milton. With thousands more streetlights being installed in 2025, Streetleaf believes that it's about more than lights – it's about peace of mind, safety, and a commitment to future generations. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, Streetleaf specializes in integrating modern, renewable technology into communities through one of the most essential yet often-overlooked features—streetlights. Since our founding in 2019, we've installed over 8,000 lights across the country, from Florida to California, and we're rapidly growing to meet the rising demand for resilient, sustainable solutions. With our high-quality and dependable hardware, software, and service, we partner with land developers, builders, municipalities, utilities, and HOAs to create safer, greener communities. We are a carbon-neutral certified company, Darksky approved, and have offset more than 3 million pounds of CO2 and counting. Learn more at
