LED Street and Area Lighting Upgrade

Benefits of upgrading street and area lighting are numerous

Through our new light-emitting diode (LED) lighting program we’ll retrofit all company-owned street and area light fixtures—used in providing illumination services for our retail customers—from high-intensity discharge (HID) to LED technology. We’ll replace HID fixtures and lamps city-wide, one or two communities at a time.

Benefits of LED technology

Compared to other available lighting sources, LEDs are more energy-efficient using about 70% less energy than HIDs.
LEDs have a longer life—lasting four to five times longer than HIDs—resulting in increased reliability and reduced maintenance costs.
Today’s LEDs operate at a much higher color rendering index than HIDs, enabling drivers and pedestrians to observe night time conditions more safely due to improved light quality.
LEDs provide increased illumination, more uniform and even lighting distribution on roadways and surfaces, and less light pollution spilling into the night sky.

Light quality and safety

We’re converting our outdoor lighting systems to LED technology to enhance the quality of outdoor lighting service we provide in the communities we serve. LEDs are more energy-efficient, require less maintenance, and will improve light quality and safety.

Rate comparison

In most cases, we anticipate customers will see a slight decrease in costs. Depending on the type of fixture used for lighting service, customers may see a change in their monthly bill. We anticipate no net change in revenue collected from street and area lighting customers.

Conversion process

To ensure the most cost effective and efficient LED conversion, we’ll develop a strategic transition plan and work with city leaders and administration to maximize conversion in the shortest period of time feasible, minimizing the impact on residents.