Creating More Sustainable Cities: How Tamlite’s CITY Range Offers a Complete Urban Lighting Solution
As urbanisation continues to accelerate, sustainable lighting solutions are becoming increasingly crucial for our cities and towns.
In 2023, 85% of the UK’s total population lived in urban areas, highlighting the urgent need for more efficient and eco-friendly urban infrastructure.
Tamlite’s CITY range addresses this challenge, offering a comprehensive urban lighting solution that supports the sustainability goals of modern cities while enhancing public safety and aesthetics.
Why Choose Tamlite's CITY Range for Urban Lighting?
Lighting for Enhanced Energy and Resource Efficiency
Tamlite’s CITY range leads the way in energy-efficient urban lighting solutions. LEDs consume up to 80% less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs (Energy Saving Trust). This significant reduction in energy usage lower operational costs and reduces carbon footprint—crucial in the push for more sustainable cities.
Lighting for Environmental Stewardship
Beyond energy efficiency, the CITY range is designed with environmental sustainability in mind.
The directional nature of the CITY range ensures that light is concentrated where it’s needed, reducing unwanted spillover into natural habitats and residential areas. This helps protect local ecosystems and prevents light pollution. The CITY range includes DarkSky approved products, demonstrating Tamlite’s commitment to protecting our dark sky.
Aesthetic Enhancement
Designed with a modern, sleek aesthetic Tamlite’s CITY range enhances the visual appeal of the urban spaces. Thoughtfully designed lighting can transform public areas, making them safer and more inviting places.
A Guide to the Tamlite CITY Range
CITY PATH: An award-winning, TM66 certified, and Dark Sky accredited lighting solution. Designed for pathways and outdoor spaces, it delivers targeted, efficient illumination that enhances safety while reducing light pollution. Combining modern aesthetics with environmental responsibility, the CITY Path is perfect for creating sustainable, well-lit urban environments.
CITY WL: This wall-mounted external luminaire is engineered to reduce light pollution through advanced optical technology. With an ULOR (Upward Light Output Ratio) of less than 2%, the CITY WL directs light precisely where it’s needed, reducing spillover and allowing greater spacing between fittings without compromising uniformity.
CITY RL: The road lantern solution offers three beam outputs, focusing light where it’s needed most while minimising spillover. Ideal for open areas such as car parks and roadways, it provides a flexible lighting solution for designers.
CITY Beam: Available in both up/down or downward-only models, this wall-mounted luminaire offers wide (90º) or narrow (30º) beam angles, making it suitable for both interior and exterior applications.
CITY PT and PTS: This post-top lantern combines style with performance. Its sleek, rounded design adds a touch of modernity to outdoor spaces such as courtyards, pavements, and building entrances. TM66 Certified the CITY PT, ensuring high performance with a focus on sustainability.
Tamlite’s CITY range offers a perfect combination of energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, aesthetic appeal, and durability. As urban areas in UK, and across the globe, continue to grow, the demand for smart, adaptable lighting solutions will only increase. By investing in Tamlite’s CITY range, urban designers can ensure that UK cities and towns become more liveable, safer, and environmentally responsible places.
- As a leading lighting manufacturer committed to a more sustainable built environment, Tamlite is proud to support the dark skies lighting movement. For more information about our DarkSky approved CITY range of urban lighting solutions, please click here.
