On the lighting policy of the City of Amsterdam
Presentation by Hans Akkerman
The City of Amsterdam already introduced lighting policy 4 centuries ago. In 2023 the municipality will have 128,000 light poles and 50 light art installations. The current lighting policy was established in 2017. The main ambition is to illuminate sustainably, and also not to illuminate where it is not necessary. This presentation explains how the City of Amsterdam does this and what the challenges are. Because LED lighting is becoming more sustainable and cheaper, light pollution is also increasing. These are two biggest challenges for both the municipality and private and commercial parties. These include more wildlife-friendly lighting and reducing 'unnecessary' light pollution.
Image credits
Icon image: Petrus van Schendel (1806-1870) - Main Square in The Hague