At a time when every watt counts—for cost, for climate, and for the clarity of our night skies—getting smart about public lighting is no longer optional. It’s essential.
(ADSA) will be attending the upcoming IPWEA webinar: “Lighting & Smart Controls – Are You Managing Public Lighting?” on Wednesday 21 May 2025.
This practical, wide-ranging session is designed for anyone who plays a role in lighting public spaces—be they in local government, utilities, or the private sector. It’s an opportunity to better understand the systems that light our streets, parks, and pathways—and the impact those systems have on people, places, and biodiversity.
Why ADSA is attending
ADSA has long advocated for lighting that meets human and environmental needs in equal measure. With a growing public appetite for sustainability and a rising awareness of light pollution, we see the adoption of smart controls and improved lighting strategies as a big leap forward in protecting natural darkness.
This isn’t just about dimming lights—it’s about designing better experiences at night. Lighting that supports safety without waste. That respects circadian rhythms, safeguards wildlife, and restores awe to the night sky.
What you’ll learn in the Webinar
Hosted by the Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia (IPWEA), the webinar offers a structured introduction to managing public lighting, with insights from some of the country’s most experienced practitioners. Topics include:
- The basics of lighting technology, including LEDs and smart control systems
- Designing and implementing public lighting strategies
- Understanding the financials behind lighting portfolios
- How to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- The critical role of lighting in environmental and community wellbeing
Why it matters for the night
Good lighting is not just about what we see. It’s about what we don’t destroy in the process—nocturnal habitats, migratory pathways, insect behaviour, and even human sleep patterns.
When lighting is thoughtfully managed, everyone benefits: communities feel safer, councils save money, energy use drops, and we inch closer to a world where natural darkness is once again valued.
We encourage councils, lighting designers, planners and consultants to attend, share, and ask questions.
