New York State street lighting will be updated

NYC-lightsThe project Smart Street Lighting NY is planned to be implemented in the state of New York (USA). According to the project, smart LED street lights will be installed in state municipalities. The amount of investment in the project could reach 7.5 million dollars, the funds will be directed to the installation of 500,000 lanterns. It is assumed that the project should be completed by 2025.

The pilot site will be Syracuse, where the Wi-Fi network will be deployed and 4G and 5G coverage will be expanded on the basis of energy-saving equipment.

Modernization of outdoor lighting has another important goal in addition to improving energy efficiency – reducing greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, according to announced plans, the state of New York will develop renewable energy sources in the next 10 years.