The Smartpole Streetlights Save Energy and Boost LTE Reception
Malika Renee Butss — November 12, 2015 — Art & Design
References: usa.philips & fastcodesign
Los Angeles, California has launched a new urban initiative in the form of smart street lighting. This brand new development is a line of 100 Smartpoles.
Fitted with energy-saving LED bulbs, Smartpoles are a Philips-manufactured street lighting product which also serve as cellular hubs to boost LTE reception throughout the sunny city. In addition to saving energy and providing better broadband connectivity with the smartpoles, Los Angeles holds the title of the first city in the world to debut these street lighting solutions.
With an infrastructure such as this, Los Angeles residents are witnessing a revenue that can create jobs, improve the environment and save taxpayer dollars -- all of which are bright ideas all residents can get behind.
Fitted with energy-saving LED bulbs, Smartpoles are a Philips-manufactured street lighting product which also serve as cellular hubs to boost LTE reception throughout the sunny city. In addition to saving energy and providing better broadband connectivity with the smartpoles, Los Angeles holds the title of the first city in the world to debut these street lighting solutions.
With an infrastructure such as this, Los Angeles residents are witnessing a revenue that can create jobs, improve the environment and save taxpayer dollars -- all of which are bright ideas all residents can get behind.
Trend Themes
1. Smart City Solutions - Intelligent street lighting is becoming part of smart city infrastructure, providing energy savings and innovative features.
2. Internet of Things (iot) - The integration of LED street lighting with cellular connectivity shows the potential of IoT technology for cities.
3. Green Technology - Energy-efficient LED street lighting is one of the many green technologies being implemented by cities looking to reduce their carbon footprint.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Lighting - Smart street lighting is an emerging product category with opportunities for further innovation.
2. Telecommunications - Cellular providers can work with municipalities to integrate cellular connectivity into street lighting infrastructure.
3. Environmental Technology - Sustainable urban solutions like energy-efficient LED street lighting can help cities reduce their environmental impact.
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