Bluebolt Outdoor LLC, a division of Blue Outdoor, continuing its partnership with California State University System, has recently installed solar-powered benches at California State University – Channel Islands.

Feedback from students and staff has been overwhelmingly positive. A few weeks after installation, the Sustainability and Energy Director at CSU Channel Islands kindly shared this:

“The Bluebolt Outdoor Solar Benches have proven to be an incredible asset for CSU Channel Islands. These off-grid benches not only provide much-needed outdoor seating, but they also offer a convenient and sustainable way to charge devices while enjoying the fresh air. They're a hit with everyone—students love the extra places to socialize, and employees appreciate the comfortable spots to relax between meetings.

The benches have become a focal point of campus life, adding both functionality and a modern, eco-friendly touch to our outdoor spaces.”

Additional first quarter 2025 installations are scheduled at CSU-San Marcos, Antelope Community College, Solano Community College, Lassen College, Colorado State University-Pueblo, Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, and many others. Bluebolt will be continuing their roll out this spring and summer with locations in California, Colorado, Illinois, Texas, Louisiana, New York, and Arizona.

The solar benches are provided to the university at no cost; the benches offer students, faculty, and visitors a convenient place to rest equipped with device-charging capabilities, all powered by the sun. This initiative aligns with the growing trend of universities embracing affordable sustainability.

The Bluebolt solar bench operates entirely off the grid, using solar power stored in a lithium battery. This configuration allows for 4 wireless charging pads, and 4 hardwired locations. In addition, the benches provide campus lighting in the evening and have enough stored power to last up to five days. Each bench features two backlit advertising panels, offering an opportunity for strategic partners to engage with students and faculty. Bluebolt manages all aspects of the program, including advertising sales within University approved categories, allowing for additional revenue generation while providing free solar benches to the campus community.

About Bluebolt Outdoor LLC

Bluebolt Outdoor was founded by generational thinkers driven by the goal of pioneering free and sustainable energy solutions. By harnessing their expertise in advertising and the power of the sun, Bluebolt is forging a path towards a greener future. Their mission extends beyond sustainability; they empower educational institutions and municipalities to embrace clean energy initiatives while providing advertisers a platform to reach a captive audience.

As a division of Blue Outdoor, an industry leader in outdoor advertising spanning two decades across the United States, Bluebolt offers tangible solutions for universities and colleges to contribute to energy conservation efforts.