South Milwaukee LED streetlight conversion; city replacing 1K+ lights
SOUTH MILWAUKEE, Wis. - South Milwaukee announced on Wednesday, Nov. 8 that it is by partnering with We Energies to replace 1,075 streetlights with LED bulbs. The South Milwaukee Common Council unanimously
approved the project at its meeting Tuesday night, a post on the City of South Milwaukee Facebook page says.
The conversion project is set to begin in 2024. A news release says the new bulbs are expected to consume between 50% and 70% less energy compared to traditional streetlights – which means big energy savings for the city. Within a seven-year period, South Milwaukee is forecasted to save $260,000 in streetlighting costs. The release says that number jumps to $1.8 million within 20 years.
"The streetlight conversion project is a practical, cost-effective, and forward-thinking investment for South Milwaukee. In addition to other benefits, it boosts our attractiveness to environmentally conscious businesses looking for a new home," said South Milwaukee Mayor Jim Shelenske in a statement.
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South Milwaukee residents and businesses are encouraged to join the city in promoting energy conservation by adopting LED lighting on their properties as well.