The availability of electricity in the outdoors makes it convenient for people to participate in outdoor activities. Outdoor kitchen and gardening equipment are few of the many uses. Events conducted outdoors make use of outdoor electrical supplies from lighting and sound; cables for media presentations in concerts; conventions with numerous power requirements; to exhibitions with various power and lighting needs. CCTV cameras and technology used in the vehicular speeding regulations may also require outdoor electricity.

Outdoor electrical supplies refer to all products and accessories that require electricity to operate and are used outside residential or industrial buildings. These supplies are usually out in the open, unsheltered and require extra strength to endure the weather. The products under outdoor electrical supplies range from vast choices of generators, energy saving devices, lighting supplies, lamps, alarms, security and CCTV supplies, wiring supplies and accessories, electrical cable supplies, cable accessories, distribution and switchgear, control gear, electrical fixing and clips, tools, and conduit accessories.

Companies provide outdoor electrical supplies and services including weatherproof electrical accessories, equipment, and event electrical expertise.

For electrical services, temporary electrical installations may be performed. Some projects involve installation of one electrical outlet for large industrial events. Companies operating in this environment have the skills, resources and experience available to provide equipment, management, and planning of outdoor events.

For exhibit lighting services, a variety of exhibit lighting for booths are available such as flexible clip-on lighting, double and quadruple headed exhibit lights, quartz lighting, and metal halides.

For tent and outdoor services, temporary outdoor options for an outdoor facility may be offered. Temporary electrical services, generators, lighting, and electrical requirements for food preparation may be available.

For signage and banner hanging, overhead sign installations are available.