Irving Boulevard is now home to the longest corridor in Texas powered by solar LED lights. A multimillion dollar grant has enabled the city to install solar-powered streetlights on Irving Boulevard, from State Highway 183 to Loop 12. The grant covered costs to purchase and install the new lighting fixtures.
“Implementing solar streetlights saves taxpayers in energy and maintenance costs. The project also enhances Irving Boulevard, which is one of the City Council’s key focus areas," said City Manager
Tommy Gonzalez.
Previous lighting fixtures used overhead and underground wiring. By converting to solar power, the city is reducing enough emissions to equal the planting of 76 acres of trees per year.
“Irving is lighting the path for all cities by implementing cost-efficient, energy conservation initiatives," said Councilman Roy Santoscoy. “As a lifelong Irving resident, it feels incredible that we are leading the way on renewable energy projects. I am very proud of our community.”
In addition to reducing the city’s carbon footprint, improving air quality and saving money, the newly installed LED lights will contribute to a safer community by ensuring roadways and sidewalks are well lit. Lights can store up to five days of power to guarantee uninterrupted service during inclement or cloudy weather.
