New Solar-Powered Streetlights Installed in the Capital

Puerto del Rosario has inaugurated its first solar‑powered street lighting on the extension of Jacinto Benavente street. The municipal government installed 20 autonomous, high‑efficiency luminaires, boosting road safety and demonstrating a commitment to energy sustainability while responding to a long‑standing community demand.

Project Overview

The installation, carried out by local firm Montajes Eléctricos Herbania, covers the stretch between Jacinto Benavente street and its intersection with Camelleros street. The system was designed after a dedicated lighting study and aligns with the city’s pledge to protect the Starlight Reserve of Fuerteventura, minimizing light pollution and preserving the island’s night‑sky quality.

Technical Characteristics of the 20 Luminaires

• Power source: Fully autonomous, equipped with a high‑efficiency monocrystalline photovoltaic panel.
• Height: 4 metres.
• Type: LED road lamp (3000 K) delivering 6 000 lumens, with a directional design that illuminates only the required area.
• Advantages: Sustainable, low‑consumption solution with minimal maintenance, providing optimal and environmentally responsible lighting.

Official Statements

“With this installation, Puerto del Rosario takes a firm step toward innovation and sustainability in its public services. The photovoltaic lighting not only improves safety in a much‑needed area, but also reflects our commitment to the environment and the efficient use of public resources. Moreover, its respect for the Starlight Reserve underscores our effort to protect Fuerteventura’s natural heritage. This is a significant milestone in our roadmap toward a more modern, safe, and green city.”
— Mayor David de Vera

“This project holds special value because it materialises a nearly two‑decade‑long community and educational demand. Several local schools have been requesting better illumination for safety reasons. Today, the Municipal Services Department not only meets that need with an advanced, sustainable technical solution, but also fulfills a pending commitment to our residents and, especially, the educational community. The installation of these 20 photovoltaic luminaires finally guarantees adequate and safe lighting for pedestrians and vehicles, improving living conditions in our municipality.”
— Councilor for Municipal Services David de León

Context

The initiative forms part of the city’s broader strategy to modernise urban infrastructure by adopting clean, renewable technologies for essential public services such as street lighting, while adhering to environmental protection commitments like the Starlight Reserve.