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The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) and the Ministry of Defence have signed a major energy agreement to replace thousands of outdated streetlights across the island's military bases.
Under the contract finalized on Monday, the state power utility will supply, fit, and maintain roughly 4,400 new LED fixtures across all National Guard outposts. The modern units will phase out older high-pressure sodium bulbs, a transition projected to slash electricity consumption at the facilities by more than 65 percent.
The EAC has committed to an eight-year maintenance period for the new network, with installation work scheduled to begin immediately. Contractors aim to finish the rollout by the spring of 2027.
Defence officials stated that while the project significantly improves night-time visibility and safety inside the bases, the primary goals are environmental compliance and fiscal responsibility. The ministry clarified that the eco-friendly adjustments will not impact the military's combat readiness or daily operations.
Beyond immediate financial relief from lower utility bills, the initiative is expected to lower carbon dioxide output and reduce primary energy waste, aligning the republic's military infrastructure with national green transition targets.
This rollout represents the second stage of a long-term partnership between the utility provider and the defense sector. A preliminary phase concluded in 2022, which successfully swapped out 2,200 inefficient lights.
Looking ahead, the two organizations plan to expand their joint ventures. Future projects include mounting solar photovoltaic panels on every National Guard barracks in Cyprus to improve domestic energy security and shrink the military's carbon footprint.
