In an effort to promote biodiversity and improve air quality, the city of London has installed green plant pillars on its LED street light poles. The innovative project aims to transform the streets of London into a more sustainable environment by purifying the air and creating a more pleasant atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. These plant-based poles are not only beautiful and striking, but they also contribute to a healthier, greener, and more environmentally-friendly city for all to enjoy.
According to reports, an experiment is being conducted on Ebury Street in Belgravia, London. The objective is to equip six street lamps with LED lights and transform them into pillars that are capable of supporting vegetation. This innovative solution, known as "vertical greening," allows for plant growth in urban environments.
The Smart Pillar, a technological device integrated onto an LED lamppost, has been created through a collaboration between the Scotscape Group and the University of Greenwich.
The installation of this system is incredibly convenient as it can be easily fitted onto existing LED street light columns without causing any damage to them. Moreover, it incorporates eco-friendly features such as water recycling and waste reduction. To make the most of the available water, high water retention fabrics are utilized. Additionally, the system is equipped with a self-sustaining irrigation mechanism that is powered by solar panels seamlessly integrated into its design.
According to Grosvenor Estates, a real estate company responsible for managing the area, incorporating and enhancing green spaces within the built environment not only brings direct environmental advantages but also offers more profound benefits such as reducing stress levels, blood pressure, and heart rate. Furthermore, there is a growing body of evidence supporting the positive effects of green infrastructure on mental health and overall happiness.
Grosvenor's London Air Quality Network and King's College London will keep a watchful eye on the environmental ramifications of the LED streetlights. An air quality monitoring system run by King's College London and Grosvenor's London Air Quality Network will closely examine any effects on the environment.