A new study said Pittsburgh needs to replace 40,000 streetlights, and officials have the option of installing LED lights. According to officials, this would be a big expense now, but could mean big savings later.
Researchers studied several different options but concluded that LED offered the best bang for the buck. The city has already begun to test LED lights by installing 150 in Shadyside and South Side. Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh concluded that the city could save millions of dollars by switching to LED lights. The lights may be a bit more expensive, but they last longer and they’re much more energy efficient than the current lights.
