The Municipality of Žitište ensures energy-efficient public lighting through a PPP project – Annual budget savings of approximately 3 million dinars
02 July 2024, Žitište – The Municipality of Žitište is actively working on implementing energy efficiency measures aimed at reducing electricity consumption and promoting sustainable development. One of the significant projects in this Municipality is the modernization of public lighting through a public-private partnership. New energy-efficient LED luminaires have been installed, further reducing the Municipality’s budget expenses.
Under a 15-year contract, Smart Energy Investment fully financed the implementation of LED lighting. Before the project commenced, the annual expenses of the Municipality of Žitište for electricity and public lighting maintenance exceeded 38 million dinars.
The main advantages of the public lighting reconstruction project in Žitište include cost savings for public lighting amounting to approximately 3 million dinars annually, which totals over 42 million dinars over the 15-year project period. The expected annual electricity consumption savings amount to 1.3 million kWh, with a total savings of over 20 million kWh over 15 years, representing an electricity consumption reduction of about 80%.
This project is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by more than 1,400 tons annually, or over 22,000 tons over the 15-year contract period, significantly contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment.
The maintenance of the replaced part of the public lighting system has been taken over by the private partner, resulting in additional savings for the Municipality amounting to over 430,000 euros throughout the contract period.
It is important to note that this project does not impose any credit obligations on the Municipality for its implementation, and all installed equipment will immediately become the Municipality’s property without charge. The new luminaires and spotlights from the renowned manufacturer Philips are expected to have a lifespan of 25 years, almost double the contract duration.
The Municipality of Žitište, by properly directing funds and collaborating with a private partner, demonstrates responsibility and commitment to sustainable development and energy efficiency, taking another step towards a brighter and more prosperous future.

