Smart lighting control for energy storage infrastructure

Lithuania’s first commercial battery energy storage system connected to the national transmission network required smart lighting that would ensure security while maximizing energy efficiency. And Lusety’s smart urban lighting ecosystem delivered. Adaptive illumination with centralized remote control created a secure perimeter for this critical infrastructure without compromising operational efficiency.

 

Location:

Kaišiadoriai district, Lithuania

 

Hardware:

 

Software:

Smart urban lighting management platform HORIZON

 

The challenge

As Lithuania’s pioneering commercial battery storage facility, this 41 MW / 107.3 MWh energy park represents a crucial milestone in the country’s renewable energy infrastructure. Operating around the clock to help stabilize the national grid and balance renewable energy supply, the facility required:

  • Consistent security lighting for perimeter protection
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Personnel safety during nighttime operations.

Traditional high-power floodlight systems presented several challenges:

  • Constant high-intensity illumination resulted in excessive energy consumption, contradicting the facility’s mission of energy optimization
  • Fixed lighting schedules couldn’t adapt to actual site activity and operational patterns
  • Manual control required on-site personnel for any adjustments
  • High operational costs undermined the facility’s sustainability goals

As a landmark project in Lithuania’s energy transition, the storage park needed a smart lighting solution that would maintain the highest security standards while aligning with the broader mission of sustainable energy management.

 

The solution: adaptive, smart lighting

Lusety implemented a full smart urban lighting ecosystem designed specifically for the facility’s operational requirements:

  • High-power outdoor floodlights equipped with individual LIGHTWAVE and LIGHTWAVE-LTE controllers, enabling precise control over each luminaire across the facility perimeter
  • LUMAWISE Motion sensors strategically positioned to detect movement and trigger adaptive lighting responses in real-time
  • HORIZON lighting management platform providing centralized remote monitoring and control, allowing facility operators to manage the entire lighting infrastructure from anywhere

This integrated system created a smart security perimeter that responds dynamically to actual site conditions.

 

Results & benefits

Motion-controlled, adaptive lighting

Floodlights automatically increase to full brightness when motion is detected in critical zones, providing immediate high-visibility security lighting. During periods of no activity, lights dim to energy-saving levels while maintaining baseline visibility.

Remote, centralized control

Through HORIZON, facility operators can monitor all lighting infrastructure in real-time, adjust settings remotely, and receive instant alerts about system status, eliminating the need for on-site personnel to manage lighting operations.

Significant energy savings

The adaptive lighting system dramatically reduced electricity consumption compared to traditional always-on high-power floodlights, with dimming profiles optimized for actual facility usage patterns.

Customizable illumination zones

Different areas of the facility can be configured with unique lighting profiles: critical equipment zones maintain higher baseline illumination, while peripheral areas use more intensive dimming during inactive periods.

Improved operational efficiency

Scheduling capabilities allow lighting to align with shift changes, maintenance windows, and operational schedules, ensuring appropriate illumination levels at all times without manual intervention.

 

Looking ahead

As Lithuania’s first commercial battery storage system connected to the transmission network, this installation demonstrates how smart lighting technology can improve security while supporting sustainability goals. The combination of adaptive lighting, remote management, and energy efficiency creates a scalable model for other industrial facilities seeking to modernize their outdoor lighting systems.

With Lithuania rapidly expanding its renewable energy capacity and battery storage infrastructure, smart lighting solutions like this play an increasingly important role. As the country moves toward energy independence, this project shows how smart lighting can meet the security requirements while delivering substantial energy savings.

The success of this installation sets a precedent for upcoming battery storage parks across Lithuania. It proves that even critical national infrastructure can achieve both maximum security and optimal energy efficiency through smart technology.