Streetlights

Researchers in Taiwan have discovered that gold nanoparticles can create luminescence in tree leaves, opening the possibility of glowing trees that cold act as streetlights.

A private company, working with the City Council of Nairobi, sells advertising space to fund streetlights in the city. Smart public/private partnership, or intrusion of advertising on public spaces?

A new study for Pittsburgh says that the city could save $1 million a year in energy costs and $700,000 in maintenance if they make the switch to LEDs.

A new concept streetlight from Yanko Design would use garbage cans built into the base as fuel tanks, converting the trash to light.

As city budgets tighten, streetlights are getting the ax in an effort to save money.

This article showcases six new types of streetlights that reduce energy use in very different ways.

The city of Houston moves to convert all the bulbs at its traffic stops to LEDs, aiming to save energy and money.

Solar sculptures light up at night to take the place of energy-intensive streetlights.