How streetlamps could help make cities smarter

Existing street furniture in major cities (like Paris) can be loaded with all kinds of technology, from sensors to WiFi access points. — AFP Relaxnews

Thanks to their concentration, their strategic location and their connection to the electricity network, streetlamps could well have a key role to play in the smart cities of the future, carrying sensors, cameras, Internet connectivity or electric charging points, for example.

A European report also highlights the role of the “humble streetlamp” in the future development of smart cities. And in this field, Europe is currently lagging behind the US and Asia.