Release date: 03 March 2026
West Sussex County Council will begin a major programme to upgrade approximately 64,000 streetlights to energy‑efficient LED technology, marking a significant step forward in modernising the county’s lighting infrastructure.
The £24million programme, which begins in March and will take place over the next 4 years, will also introduce a new Remote Monitoring System (RMS), enabling improved management of street-lighting performance, quicker fault detection and reduced maintenance requirements.
The upgrade is part of the council’s long‑term commitment to reducing energy consumption, lowering carbon emissions and delivering better value for residents.
Cllr Joy Dennis, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, said: “This programme of works will deliver a modern, high‑performing and environmentally responsible street-lighting system for West Sussex, reflecting the underlying commitment to protect the environment as outlined in Our Council Plan for a cleaner, greener and more sustainable county.
“By 2028/29, it is expected to reduce annual energy consumption by more than 10.7 million kWh, cut carbon emissions by around 1,633 tonnes of CO₂ and generate significant financial savings.
I am pleased to see this work moving ahead and look forward to the benefits it will bring to communities across West Sussex."
Over the four‑year delivery period, the programme will move systematically across the county, replacing existing halogen lighting units with new LED units and installing the RMS. Most works will be unobtrusive, typically taking 15–20 minutes per streetlight, however traffic management will be required along high‑speed roads or in challenging locations for safety.
To ensure residents are kept informed throughout the roll-out, a dedicated project website can be found at: LED Conversion Project | Your Voice West Sussex.
