Where there are operations in action alongside the coast, it’s important to consider whether the right lighting is being used to protect native wildlife, and that’s where Pacific Automation is here to help.

Turtle-friendly lighting is a must-have for coastal facilities located near nesting grounds and marine environments, and Raytec has crafted the solution with their turtle-friendly range of WARRIOR and SPARTAN LEDs. These lights are built to protect sensitive ecosystems, while also maintaining industrial safety. Better yet, the lighting offered by Pacific Automation is IECEx-compliant and some offer ADSA-certifification meaning it’s ready to deploy in harsh Australian environments.

What Makes Turtle-Friendly Lighting Unique?

Turtle-friendly lighting uses specific-wavelength amber LEDs that reduce light pollution and minimize wildlife impact. This is necessary as regular lighting can disrupt ecosystems, disorientating turtle hatchlings which can result in them heading inland towards danger, instead of out to the sea. Some of Raytec’s turtle-friendly lighting is Australian Dark Sky Alliance-certified supporting compliance and avoiding environmental breaches.

What Does ADSA Certification Mean?

ADSA certification means that a lighting product has been independently verified to meet strict dark-sky standards designed to reduce light pollution, minimise glare, use efficient and responsibly directed illumination, and ultimately protect sensitive wildlife and natural night environments by ensuring the light has minimal ecological impact.

Where Turtle-Friendly Lighting Is Commonly Required

There are several areas where it is important for turtle-friendly lighting to be installed, but some of the most common in Australia include LNG jetties and terminals, coastal processing facilities, ports, and industrial waterfronts.

Installing turtle-friendly lighting at these locations provides safe compliant operation with minimal light spill, while still maintaining essential light illumination.

Product Offering: IECEx + ADSA-Certified Lighting

Pacific Automation provides a range of certified Raytec amber LED fittings built to combine environmental responsibility with hazardous area safety. The range can be found and purchased directly from our online store, and we provide support to ensure you select the correct product for your application.

If you’re looking to install or upgrade your turtle-friendly lighting then the first step is to reach out to Pacific Automation so the team can assess your project, the work required, and ensure compliance.

If your coastal facility is located near turtle hatching areas you must take action to ensure that hatchlings have the best chance of survival. Reach out to Pacific Automation today so we can help with lighting the future responsibly.