The Scottish Government's second Report on Policies and Proposals (RPP2) outlines the plan to achieve the country's ambitious climate change targets and transition to a low-carbon society by 2027. Street lighting is recognized as a critical sector for the public sector to lead in achieving these goals, as it accounts for up to 25% of local authorities' electricity spend and 25% of electricity-related carbon emissions. In 2012/13, the Scottish Futures Trust developed two pilot business cases in collaboration with East Dunbartonshire and West Dunbartonshire Councils to explore financing models for energy-efficient street lighting. The pilot projects identified potential savings in financial and carbon terms, and both councils have incorporated investment in LED lighting as part of their future Capital Investment plans. The Scottish Government has provided funding to accelerate local authorities in increasing the energy efficiency of street lighting.
