Leading the way in sustainable public transit amenities
Explore successful projects from transit pole lighting to shelter lighting and real-time information displays. Every Urban Solar installation improves safety, rider experience and environmental sustainability.
TransLink Lights the Way for Rider-Activated Solar Lighting Across Metro Vancouver
As a winner of TransLink’s Open Call for Innovation challenge, Urban Solar deployed rider-activated solar lighting designed for Metro Vancouver’s long, dark winters. Through the Transit app’s Rate-My-Ride feature, agencies are now collecting measurable rider feedback — turning improved visibility and safety into data-driven decision-making.
London Transit Shines a Light on Safety with Solar-Powered Security Lighting
In partnership with London Transit, we embarked on a mission to enhance overall safety and rider visibility of dark bus stops with our solar-powered PV Stop+ lighting units.
Santa Maria Regional Transit Boosts Rider Experience with Vandal-Resistant Digital Displays
Santa Maria aimed to elevate the passenger experience with real-time information, improved safety and modernized shelters. After over a decade with Urban Solar lighting, the agency was ready to advance its network with a digital display pilot.
Transit Tech Lab Pilot Selects Battery-Powered Displays to Advance Rider Communication
Urban Solar partnered with NYC DOT as part of Innovation Labs’ Transit Tech Lab challenge to pilot battery-powered displays with a goal of improving real-time communication for riders.
County Connection Modernizes Bus Stops with Real-Time Passenger Info
Recognizing an opportunity to deliver clearer, more engaging messaging to their riders, County Connection sought a modern, digital display solution paired with a reliable partner to guide them through a smooth and effective transition.
Wilsonville Elevates the Rider Experience with Real-Time Info & Security Lighting
In partnership with Axentia, this project aimed to provide up-to-date transit information, enhance rider experience and improve safety with integrated solar lighting and ultra-low power battery-powered e-paper displays.
WeGo Public Transit Brings Real-Time Info & Solar Lighting to Riders in Nashville
In partnership with Tolar Manufacturing and WeGo Public Transit, we embarked on a city-wide transformation to modernize Nashville’s shelter infrastructure and deploy real-time information displays.
Jacksonville Boosts its Transit Network with Innovative Shelter Designs, Solar Lighting & Digital Signage
Over 20 years of partnership providing bus shelter designs, solar-powered lighting, real-time digital displays and more to enhance the transit experience.
Orange County Transportation Authority Enhances Bus Stops with Real-Time Info & Solar Lighting
PV Stop+ pole-mounted lighting systems with 13” e-paper displays, retrofitted to existing poles to enhance visibility and provide real-time transit information.
University of Wisconsin-Madison Students Transform Campus Transit with Solar Lighting & E-Paper Displays
Custom RMSF solar-powered shelter lighting systems and 13” e-paper displays with remote monitoring to improve rider safety and real-time information.