Energy Saving News
Coventry - Has It Been Blinded By The Light?
The UK city of Coventry could save up to 40% on energy bills thanks to new energy efficient street lighting and an innovative management system which will allow lighting levels to be dimmed.
The project will take over 25 years and will see the replacement of 28,000 of the current 32,000 street lights in the city with more efficient LED (light-emitting diode) and energy-saving white light models than can be turned off or dimmed in specific areas.
Through this programme the Council aim to cut their energy costs and carbon emissions by 40%, but with the project costing almost £9,000 per light, questions are being raised regarding whether the return on investment is justified, particularly as the council could have gone for a cheaper scheme with a potential for better results.
There have also been concerns raised by residents that lowering street lighting levels could threaten road safety and street crime.
Friday 19th February 2010
