A navigation light off Guernsey’s south-east coast will be powered by the sun.
Constructed in 1854, St Martin’s Point Light emits red and white lights to help vessels navigate off Guernsey’s south-east coast.
It has historically relied on power delivered via a 480-metre-long electrical cable buried beneath the coastal footpath.
Instead of replacing the ageing equipment, at the estimated cost of £100,000, Guernsey Ports has decided to convert the site to solar power.
Technical Services Manager Mark Rive says solar is a sustainable option.
“The lighthouse has historically been powered by an electrical sub-main cable which runs all the way from Jerbourg car park, down the cliff path, and across the bridge.
"It’s a long and expensive way to deliver power to such a remote site.
“By switching to solar power, we’re modernising our infrastructure, standardising our operations and providing a more cost-effective long-term solution.
"We can check battery levels, charging efficiency, and light operation remotely, which helps to resolve any small issues before they develop into
larger ones."
Work on Guernsey's Victor Hugo Centre may begin by Easter '27
Channel Islands mobile portability issues to be resolved soon
Channel Islanders in the Middle East told to follow local warnings
Freehold of Guernsey's Premier Inn for sale
Unprecedented demand for cesspit emptying in Guernsey
Food will not be exempt from GST in Guernsey
Victor Hugo Centre fund reaches £7.5M
"We want our schools to be smartphone-free environments"
