ABSTRACT
Luna is not just cheaper; it is radically greener. By replacing diesel engines with efficient LEDs and helium cooling, we achieve a 95% reduction in CO₂ emissions. This page details our environmental impact analysis.
The Problem: Diesel Light Towers
The construction industry relies on diesel-powered light towers.
- Consumption: ~0.5 - 1.0 liters of diesel per hour.
- Emissions: ~2.6 kg CO₂ per liter.
- Efficiency: < 100 lm/W (often old metal halide lamps).
- Noise: 60-80 dB (Noise pollution).
The Solution: Luna
Luna eliminates the combustion engine entirely.
- Power Source: Grid power or small battery/hybrid generator.
- Efficiency: 190 lm/W (High-efficiency LEDs).
- Cooling: Passive/Active Helium cooling (No heavy AC needed).
CO₂ Emissions Comparison
We compare the emissions per hour of operation for a standard illuminated area ().
| Metric | Diesel Tower | Luna (Grid EU Mix) | Reduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Draw | N/A (Engine) | 0.6 kW | - |
| Fuel/Energy | 0.7 L/hr Diesel | 0.6 kWh | - |
| CO₂ Emissions | 1.82 kg/hr | 0.15 kg/hr | -92% |
| Emissions/ | 1.82 g | 0.15 g | -92% |
NOTE
If Luna is powered by a green source (solar/battery or renewable grid), emissions drop to zero.
Transportation Impact: The Hidden Benefit
The biggest environmental win is in logistics.
- Scenario: Delivering a light tower to a site 50km away.
- Traditional: Requires a flatbed truck (High emissions).
- Luna: Fits in a standard car or van (Low emissions).
| Transport Leg | Truck (Diesel Tower) | Car (Luna) |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Cons. | 25 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| CO₂ (100km) | 65 kg | 15 kg |
| Reduction | -77% |
Compliance with Regulations
Luna positions companies to easily meet increasingly strict environmental standards:
- EU Stage V Standards: Limits emissions for Non-Road Mobile Machinery (NRMM). Luna is exempt/compliant by default (no engine).
- Noise Regulations: Luna is silent (< 20 dB fans), allowing 24/7 operation in residential zones where diesel towers are banned at night.
- ESG Goals: Adopting Luna contributes directly to corporate sustainability targets (Scope 1 & 3 emissions reduction).
Material Sustainability
- Reusability: The Mylar envelope is durable but eventually degrades. We are exploring bio-based plastics for future iterations.
- Recyclability: Aluminum frame and electronics are fully recyclable.
- Helium: We use standard balloon gas. While helium is a non-renewable resource, Luna’s sealed design minimizes loss (< 5% per 1000h), making it a responsible user of the gas compared to party balloons.
Luna proves that sustainability does not have to cost more. In fact, it costs less.