Archive · 14 Aug 2025
Coimbatore Installs Motion Sensor Streetlights to Save Energy
The Coimbatore city government is trying out new streetlights that run on solar power and turn on when they sense movement.
This is to save money and help the environment by using less electricity.
They've put up the new lights in a few places to see how well they work.
The lights dim themselves when no one is around, which saves even more power.
If it works out well, the city plans to use these lights everywhere to save money and reduce pollution.
Coimbatore Corporation is installing solar-powered motion sensor streetlights.
The pilot project includes 122 lights at five locations, with plans for 100 more.
The lights use auto-dimming technology, conserving energy and extending battery life.
Officials aim to reduce electricity consumption and associated costs.
The technology may become a key part of the city’s lighting strategy if the pilot succeeds.
- Who
- Coimbatore City Corporation.
- What
- Coimbatore Corporation is installing solar-powered motion sensor streetlights.
- When
- The pilot project is currently underway, with future plans if successful.
- Where
- Coimbatore, India.
- Why
- To reduce electricity consumption, lower carbon emissions, and save costs.
- Type of lights
- Solar-powered motion sensor streetlights
- Pilot Project Locations
- Five locations
- Number of Lights in Pilot
- 122
- Additional Lights Planned
- 100
- Dimming Feature
- Operates at 50% brightness, full brightness on motion detection
- Warranty
- Two years
- Panel Cleaning
- Required every two months