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 Dark-Sky-certified WE-EF AFL100 outdoor luminaire casts warm white light under a starry night sky – environmentally friendly lighting without light pollution.

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Section 1

Dark Sky compliant luminaires reduce light pollution, protect wildlife, and improve nighttime visibility. WE-EF offers a wide range of certified options, from bollards to streetlights, all designed to meet DarkSky International standards. Engineered to minimise glare and stray light, these luminaires feature integrated light shields and low blue light options, ensuring sustainable, precise solutions for any project. 

Section 2

The "DarkSky Approved" program provides objective, third-party certification for products, designs, and completed projects that minimise glare, reduce light trespass, and don’t pollute the night sky.

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The Dark Sky Organization is dedicated to preserving the natural night environment by reducing light pollution and promoting responsible outdoor lighting. As a member of this initiative, WE-EF is proud to offer products that meet their rigorous standards for environmentally conscious lighting solutions. Our luminaires are certified as Dark Sky approved, ensuring they contribute to the protection of the night sky while providing optimal illumination. Discover our range of Dark Sky-certified products here:

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A green escape through Salisbury

The Little Para River Trail in South Australia offers lush landscapes, picnic spots, and playgrounds—welcoming visitors by day and nocturnal wildlife by night. Spanning Jenkins Reserve to Carisbrooke Park, it’s part of the Salisbury City Wide trails. Previously limited to daylight access, the trail now features wildlife-sensitive lighting — installed by the City of Salisbury with Buckford Illumination Group and WE-EF — to improve wayfinding while protecting local ecosystems.

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