Calls to Improve Lighting on Local Roads to Save Lives
Lighting is a huge part of road safety, not only for cars and lighting black spots but also for visibility and the safety of pedestrians. With respect to pedestrians and roads in particular, according to Monash University research commissioned by walking health charityVictoria Walks, street lighting was identified as a potential issue that may help to reduce the risk of collisions at night time, with 11 percent of crashes that occur while it is dark take place in locations with no street lighting.
Lighting has been shown to be one of the most immediately impactful ways to boost both the actual and perceived safety levels of public spaces and roads. However, traditional electric lighting systems tend to present significant cost and logistical barriers due to roads and footpaths needing to be dug up for the required underground trenching and cabling. Within this context, SMART solar road lighting is the perfect solution for lighting dark spots on intersections, roundabouts, and pedestrian and cycling paths.
Research suggests there is a 35 percent reduction in road crashes when street lighting is implemented or improved.
Not only is smart solar road lighting a significantly more cost-effective solution due to there being no underground trenching and cabling required, but it also offers faster project turnaround times compared to grid-powered lights and flexibility as to where lights can be positioned. There are also clear environmental and social benefits – some might even say obligations – for governments to choose sustainable lighting sources moving forward.
Lit by the clean energy of the sun, Leadsun’s smart solar lighting is designed for local roads and is a sustainable solution ideal for increasing safety on poorly lit roads and intersections. These lights allow local councils, in particular, to be SMART city ready and meet growing community expectations that public space solutions minimize environmental impact. They also offer councils the freedom to connect and scale lighting solutions quickly, easily, and cost-efficiently.
As smart public lighting specialists working with local government and corporate partners since 2005, Leadsun is a leader in providing efficient, smart public lighting solutions that enhance the safety of communities across Australia and the world.
Leadsun is bringing SMART road lighting into all Australian municipalities – easily, affordably, and efficiently. If you are looking for a dependable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly solar lighting solution to enhance your community’s public spaces, get in touch with us today.