Eco-Efficient Street Lighting Solutions at KAU

Participant

khurram shahzad

Entity

Center of Excellence in Environmnetal Studies

Entity Type

Research Center | مركز بحثي

Project Type

Notable Innovative Project | مشروع ابتكاري متميز

Technical Readiness Level

TRL 2

Contact

ksramzan@kau.edu.sa
580186854

Project Description

Purpose

Compare HPS (High Pressure Sodium), CF (Compact Fluorescent), and LED luminaires for street lighting.

Identify the most eco-efficient and sustainable option for KAU.

Methodology

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) using Sustainable Process Index (SPI) to evaluate energy, ecological, and carbon footprints.

Key Outcomes

⚡ Energy consumption reduced 1–4x by switching from HPS to LED.

🌱 Ecological & carbon footprints significantly lowered with LED adoption.

💡 Innovative lighting solutions can save up to 40% of energy.

Context

In Saudi Arabia, ~80% of electricity is used for AC, lighting, and electronics.

Lighting alone accounts for ~19% of global energy use.

Eco-efficient public lighting = cost savings + environmental benefits.

Goal

Meet 94,806 Mlm∙h/year lighting requirement at KAU with a sustainable, energy-efficient system.

Conclusion
→ LED street lighting is the most eco-efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable solution for KAU.

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Presentation Methods:

Printed Poster | ملصق مطبوع

Additional Notes:

United Nations SDGs Related to Eco-Efficient Street Lighting SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy Promotes the shift to energy-efficient LED lighting. Reduces electricity demand and reliance on non-renewable sources. SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities Encourages sustainable infrastructure and safer, well-lit public spaces. Contributes to urban energy savings and long-term resilience. SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production Supports sustainable use of resources by replacing high-consumption lighting technologies with eco-efficient solutions. SDG 13: Climate Action Reduces carbon emissions by lowering energy demand. Aligns with global efforts to mitigate climate change. SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (secondary link) Promotes innovative lighting technologies and modern, sustainable infrastructure development.