LED Streetlights Are More Efficient And Save Money But Might Hurt You

Cities are known as much for their lights as their skylines. What would Paris, New York, or Sydney be without their signature nighttime scenery? Their romantic appeal would be dimmed, for sure.

But technology has come along that will revolutionize how we see at night, and cities across the globe are jumping on the opportunity to cut costs and increase safety. But as it turns out, these new lights come with some surprising consequences.

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Our cities are finally getting the makeover that will turn them into the futuristic visions foretold decades ago: They’re getting LED lighting.

The switch to long-lasting, efficient LED lighting will save cities considerable funds on power and maintenance.

Moreover, the LED lights greatly change the appearance of cities and allow for better, clearer vision at night.

Just look at the lights we used to live with, scattering orange-y, yellow-y light across the pavement.

It’s a warm light, but it barely illuminates the street.

LED lights provide much greater illumination with cooler light.

However, the American Medical Association issued a warning about the new, cool lights that are saving so much money…