16 Welsh monuments to get eco-friendly lighting
16 Welsh monuments are having their lighting replaced with new-generation eco-friendly LED lights, which will reduce overall energy consumption at the sites by around 50 per cent.
In addition to the financial benefit, lowering energy consumption has a direct correlation in the reduction of greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide, a major contributor to climate change.
Monuments to have eco-friendly lights installed include Newport Council, which is the 14th historic site to have its lighting replaced this year.
The Heritage Minister, Alun Ffred Jones said: "Wales’ historic environment plays an important role in our cultural identity and community engagement."
"This innovative eco-lighting system, developed and managed by Cadw, allows us to responsibly light up iconic parts of our landscape and also save money."
Further information:
Welsh Assembly Government
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