Limbažu Municipality continues to successfully implement energy efficiency improvement measures, this time focusing on the introduction of energy-efficient lighting in schools, kindergartens, and sports halls. As part of the project, all old lighting was replaced with modern, energy-efficient LED lighting, using 16 different LED products with an average efficiency of 160 lm/W. This project marks the fourth lighting modernization initiative in Limbažu Municipality since 2021, enabling a full transition to LED technology across all municipal buildings.
Project Implementation Timeline and Key Stages:
• Consultation period: May 7–21
• Procurement process: May 23 – June 17
• Contract signing: July 16
• Project completion: December 30, 2024
Project Significance and Benefits:
1. For the Municipality and Residents:
Limbažu Municipality is one of the first regions in Latvia to adopt the ESCO (Energy Service Company) investment model for lighting modernization in educational institutions. Through four projects implemented since 2021, the municipality has achieved total savings of €217,000, which are used to cover ESCO service costs without drawing from the municipal budget.
2. Environmental Impact:
The switch to LED lighting significantly reduces energy consumption and carbon emissions, promoting more environmentally friendly and sustainable energy use.
3. Innovation and Experience:
Limbažu Municipality has distinguished itself with its expertise in lighting modernization, having successfully executed similar projects in schools, kindergartens, and sports halls in the past.
Limbažu Municipality – A Best Practice Example of Combining Municipal Budget Opportunities with Energy Efficiency
Limbažu Municipality has become a model for other municipalities, demonstrating how the ESCO model can be successfully used to enhance energy efficiency without additional financial burden on the municipal budget. In 2021, lighting replacements were carried out in Vidriži, Viļķene, and Pāle schools and sports halls.
This project is another step toward building a sustainable and energy-efficient future, delivering both economic and environmental benefits for the residents and the municipality of Limbaži.