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Street lighting

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Safety is the top priority in street lighting, since people perceive a full 80% of their sensory input through their eyes and therefore, without sufficientLighting Traffic hazards are on the rise. To ensure safety, pole-mounted lights are primarily used—whether on thoroughfares, collector roads, local streets, or residential streets. In some large cities, streetlights are also suspended from support cables or, less commonly, installed as wall-mounted lights.

Due to the obligation to ensure road safety, street lighting is mandatory within built-up areas and on hazardous sections of road, such as intersections or narrow passages, to prevent accidents. However, streetlights are not used solely for safety reasons; they often serve a decorative purpose as well. For example, they are intended to enhance the appearance of pedestrian zones, large squares, parks, or green spaces.

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