Saint-Pierre-d'Irube: LED public lighting reduces consumption by 54%

The renovation of 270 lanterns has led to a significant decrease in the electricity bill, despite fluctuations in energy costs.

Generic image of modern public lighting in a French municipality.
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Generic image of modern public lighting in a French municipality.

The municipality of Saint-Pierre-d'Irube carried out a renovation of its public lighting in 2025, replacing 270 lanterns with LED equipment, leading to a notable decrease in electricity consumption.

The results of this initiative are already tangible: electricity consumption has decreased by 54% in five years, with the first renovation phase taking place in 2021. This reduction demonstrates the effectiveness of the actions taken regarding sobriety and energy performance.
The electricity bill has also evolved, going from €46,987 in 2021 to €27,250 in 2024. In 2025, despite a further decrease in consumption, the bill stands at €28,896. This evolution is notably explained by fluctuations in the cost of electricity, which are not directly proportional to the amount of energy consumed. Thus, the reduction in consumption is accompanied by a 39% decrease in the bill over five years.
The installation of connected astronomical clocks now allows for precise adaptation of lighting on and off times according to needs and events, thereby enhancing user safety while limiting light pollution.
Based on information from the official source: Mairie de Saint-Pierre-d'Irube (22/10/2026)