Brussels Deploys a City-Wide Smart Street Light System

In March 2021, Brussels embarked on a significant project to connect its entire streetlight system to a Central Management Software. This ambitious initiative, spearheaded by Benedicte Collard, the Streetlight Manager at Sibelga, and Francois-Damien Detournay, the Senior Project Manager for Mobility, Cities, and Communities at Engie, aimed to expedite maintenance issues and implement remote controls for better efficiency. As the project progressed, the city discovered several additional, unexpected benefits that further enhanced its value.

This video is particularly insightful for city planners, municipal managers, urban developers, environmental policy makers, and technology enthusiasts interested in smart city initiatives and sustainable urban development. It showcases how integrating technology into city infrastructure can lead to unforeseen advantages, making it a must-watch for professionals and students in these fields.