Section 1
Light is essential for safety and function, but excessive or misdirected outdoor lighting can harm ecosystems, disrupt wildlife, and contribute to light pollution. At WE-EF, our night-sensitive lighting solutions offer a sustainable approach to outdoor lighting, designed to reduce light spill, improve energy efficiency, and respect the balance between human needs and the natural environment.
Section 2
Useful
Targeted
Low Light Levels
Controlled
Colour Temperature
Section 3
Our luminaires are designed not only to last but to minimise their environmental impact during use. Night-sensitive lighting addresses the way light is used outdoors, balancing visual needs with the non-visual effects of light on humans, animals, plants, and the night sky. Our advanced LED optics and integrated light shields help prevent stray light and protect ecosystems.
We prioritise light quality and precision, directing light only where it’s needed.
Many of our luminaires are certified by the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA), ensuring they meet the strictest standards for reducing light pollution.
Our luminaires integrate smart control systems for responsive dimming and adaptive lighting that reduces energy consumption and environmental impact. These systems allow for precise control, ensuring that light is used only when necessary.
We offer tailored luminaires with warm colour temperatures (2200 K and PC (True Amber) to minimise impact on wildlife, ensuring that light pollution is kept to a minimum.
Section 4
Our night sensitive Products
Discover all ProjectsWE-EF’s product portfolio includes a range of luminaires designed to protect night-time ecosystems while providing reliable, efficient lighting for urban and natural spaces.
Section 5
WE-EF integrates advanced technology into its luminaires to ensure they are both energy-efficient and sensitive to the needs of the environment. Our technologies include:
Eco Step Dim®
Motion Sensors
Smart Controls
Section 6
At the Penguin Parade in an Australian nature reserve, WE-EF's innovative use of PC amber LEDs minimised the impact on local wildlife, reducing blue light exposure while ensuring safe illumination for visitors. The project also utilised WE-EF's ADSA Wildlife Prized luminaires, further reducing light pollution and protecting the natural environment. Our highly customisable luminaires enabled a solution that respected the night-time ecosystem, demonstrating WE-EF's flexibility in meeting the demands of sensitive environments.
At the Penguin Parade in an Australian nature reserve, WE-EF's innovative use of PC amber LEDs minimised the impact on local wildlife, reducing blue light exposure while ensuring safe illumination for visitors. The project also utilised WE-EF's ADSA Wildlife Prized luminaires, further reducing light pollution and protecting the natural environment. Our highly customisable luminaires enabled a solution that respected the night-time ecosystem, demonstrating WE-EF's flexibility in meeting the demands of sensitive environments.
Section 7
WE-EF’s philosophy is simple: protect the night while providing safe, high-quality illumination. Our dedication to night-sensitive lighting helps preserve natural ecosystems, reduce light pollution, and create more sustainable urban and rural spaces. From our certified luminaires to our adaptive lighting technology, WE-EF is your partner in creating future-proof, sustainable lighting projects that respect the environment.
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