Smart urban lighting in Birstonas

Smart urban lighting in Birstonas demonstrates how adaptive, data-driven illumination can:

  • Enhance safety
  • Reduce energy use
  • And support sustainable urban living.

 

Location:

Birstonas, Lithuania

 

Hardware:

 

Software:

Urban lighting management platform HORIZON

 

The challenge

Birstonas, a picturesque spa town, sought to enhance its infrastructure with a lighting system that could:

  • Improve safety
  • Reduce energy use
  • Fit seamlessly into the town’s commitment to sustainability.

The existing system used fixed schedules that kept the streetlights on at a constant brightness, regardless of actual foot traffic or activity. This static lighting resulted in wasted energy, unnecessary strain on the infrastructure, and disrupted the town’s peaceful nighttime atmosphere.

 

The solution: smart urban lighting in Birstonas

Birstonas embraced a smart urban lighting solution that incorporated motion sensors and luminaire controllers for a true dynamic, adaptive lighting.

The system was fully integrated into the urban lighting management platform HORIZON, providing the city with centralized, real-time management and monitoring.

The true adaptive lighting feature ensures that luminaires dim during periods of low activity, only brightening when motion is detected, whether from pedestrians or cyclists, creating a responsive and energy-efficient lighting network.

 

Results & benefits

  • Behavior-driven illumination
    The lighting adjusts in real-time based on movement, reducing unnecessary energy consumption and ensuring sufficient brightness when needed.
  • Energy savings and sustainability
    By dimming the lights when the area is unoccupied, the city reduces energy consumption by up to 80% and lowers CO₂ emissions, contributing to Birstonas’ green initiatives.
  • Minimal light pollution
    The adaptive lighting system preserves the night sky and creates a more peaceful nighttime environment for residents and visitors alike.
  • One-tap control (centralized monitoring)
    Thanks to the HORIZON platform, the city can now remotely monitor and control the entire lighting infrastructure, from performance, diagnostics, to scheduling.
  • Operational efficiency and cost savings
    Reduced wear on luminaires and fewer on-site interventions result in a 30% decrease in maintenance costs, supporting long-term operational efficiency.

 

Looking ahead

Birstonas is continuing to build smarter, more sustainable spaces by integrating smart lighting solutions. This project showcases how adaptive lighting can improve both quality of life and operational performance, setting a precedent for other towns looking to balance modernization with environmental responsibility.