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Warehouses & Distribution Centers
Lighting costs, consisting of electricity and maintenance, consumes a large portion of the overhead expenses in a warehouse or distribution facility. Most of these facilities run 24/7, relying on lighting around-the-clock to keep people and products moving through the supply-chain. Intelligent energy-efficient lighting systems can reduce these overhead costs by as much as 90% while improving the quality of light in the facility and productivity of the staff.
Cold Storage
Like warehouses and distribution centers, cold storage facilities consume a lot of their overhead budgets on lighting related expenses. In addition to the direct costs of the lighting, these facilities must also deal the added problem of heat that is generated by traditional lighting systems. Energy-efficient lighting systems not only run well in cold temperatures, they thrive! Imagine instant-on lighting, controlled by motion sensors, that don’t add any heat load into the facility.
Self-Storage / Mini Storage
Lighting expenses are often the single largest overhead cost for self-storage and mini-storage facilities. In addition, exterior lighting plays a significant role in the safety and security of the facility. Often the quality of lighting after dark plays a role in determining the tenant’s overall feeling of safety and security for themselves and their belongings. Self-Storage facilities can save as much as 90% while reducing their liability and improving their safety.
Manufacturers
Quality of light, even distribution and long life are all important in manufacturing facilities. Shutting down a production line to deal with maintenance is both costly and disruptive to the operation and the bottom line. Quality Control standards require even lighting that is both bright and consistent. Manufacturing facilities that run 24/7 know that every second they spend dealing with maintenance issues is money down the drain.
Bars & Restaurants
Often one of the most important design element in a bar or restaurant is the lighting. Because these facilities desire the ability to dim the lighting many of them have continued to use inefficient incandescent or halogen lighting. This type of lighting looks great – but is also extremely inefficient, burns out quickly, and runs very hot. With energy-efficient lighting you can have it all – great looking lighting that is dimmable, a 70-90% reduction in electricity and years between lamp changes.
Retailers
What looks good sells. Retailers know that a red dress that doesn’t look red will have a hard time selling. Most retailers rely in inefficient halogen lighting to produce the quality of light they require. The problem there is that halogen is extremely expensive to maintain, uses a lot of electricity and adds a lot of heat to the environment. Halogen lighting makes for high air-condition bills and uncomfortable shoppers. Energy-efficient lighting solves those problems while maintaining the quality of light you require.
Grocery Stores
Many grocery stores are pioneers in organic and sustainable products. Consumers expect their local grocery store to be on the leading edge of sustainability efforts in the facilities and products. Grocery stores have long hours of operation, often running 24/7. Lighting expenses are a large part of the overall budget and implementing smart and efficient lighting can drastically reduce the bottom line while improving the quality of light in the facility.
Hotels & Hospitality
Known as the place where keeping the light on for you is a sign you are open, hotels are one of the largest users of lighting related electricity around. Lighting plays an important role in the hospitality industry. Exterior lighting draws in potential customers while providing a safe facility. Interior lighting in hallways and lobbies runs 24/7 and is one of the first things noticed when a customer walks through the door. There are many opportunities to improve the efficiency of Hotel & Hospitality lighting all while reducing your carbon footprint and improving the quality of light.
Parking Lots & Garages
Safety and security are the most important criteria when looking at parking lots and garages. Customers shop where they feel safe and lighting plays an critical role in how safe people feel. Lighting is the least expensive safety measure a parking lot or garage owner can install. Energy-efficient lighting further improves the return on investment by saving money on energy and maintenance while attracting customers and tenants which improves revenue.
Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities
Doctors’ offices and medical facilities are places where people go to be comforted and healed. Often great detail is put into the lighting to create an environment where patients feel at home. This can be done without the expense associated with traditional lighting. Switching to energy-efficient lighting can save you money and improve the level of comfort your facility portrays.
Schools & Universities
Education facilities are taking a leading role in sustainability and energy-efficiency. Often what is done at the educational level is repeated in other government and private business facilities. In addition to leading the sustainability charge, schools and universities must create and maintain a safe and secure environment for their students, staff and visitors. In tough economic times, when budgets are thin, improving efficiency and reducing maintenance costs can be increasingly beneficial.
Fitness Centers
The lighting in most fitness centers is horrible. Working out under hot metal halide or incandescent lighting isn’t appealing and fluorescent lighting makes people look dull and makes the facility look dingy. Traditionally fluorescent lighting has been the choice of fitness centers. With the cost of fluorescent lamps skyrocketing, and their questionable environmental record, now is the time to switch to real energy-efficient lighting. Your members will thank you – they work hard to look good and your lighting isn’t helping.
Facilities Management Companies
More and more, facilities management companies are being asked to do more with less. The environment is competitive and driving down costs is imperative. In addition to driving down costs, being environmentally friendly is top-of-mind and tenants and clients are not only asking for it; they are requiring it. Implementing energy-efficient lighting in your facilities creates a positive impact all-around.
Apartment / Condo Complexes
The lighting in and around apartment and condo complexes tells a lot about the facility and the people who are attracted to live there. Exterior lighting provides a sense of safety and security and can reduce premise liability for the owner. Energy-efficient lighting should be implemented to solve many problems; improving safety and security, reducing maintenance expenses and saving electricity. Your tenants, current and future, will see the difference.
Homeowners Associations
HOA’s are some of the worst hit in a down economy. Maintaining the quality of life in a community is a top-priority and doing more with less has become important. The high cost of maintaining lighting in and around a community often leads to a lapse in maintenance – and darkness in the community. Homeowners don’t like dark bike paths or parks. Safety and security become a concern. Many HOA’s are turning to long-lasting energy efficient lighting to reduce their maintenance expenses and keep the lights on.
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Lighting consumes 22% of the world’s electricity. Most lighting is extremely inefficient and costly to maintain. No matter what kind of facility you have chances are upgrading the lighting will save you money, improve your facility and benefit the environment.
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World Impact: 20% of the electricity consumed in the world is used for lighting. LED Lighting, being 50-90% more energy efficient than traditional lighting, could reduce the world’s electricity use by 12-15%.
Inevitable Change: US federal lighting efficiency standards starting in 2012 weed out incandescent bulbs altogether. In 2012, 100-watt incandescent bulbs can no longer be made, with 75-watt bulbs phasing out in 2013, and 60- and 40-watt bulbs disappearing in 2014.
Improved Productivity: Workers report less fatigue when working long hours under LED light because of less eye strain. Studies have shown that workers can be 6-8% more productive under LED light due to less fatigue and eye strain.
Potential Tax Savings: Depending on how your purchase is financed, LED lighting upgrades could qualify as capital improvements which can be depreciated over time or as a tax-deductable straight line expense. Consult your tax advisor for potential tax savings.
Energy Rebates: Many municipalities and electricity providers sponsor Rebate Programs to encourage energy efficient lighting retrofit projects. For 2010, Salt River Project (SRP), is offering a $0.30 per watt Rebate. This means that for every 1000 watts of lighting that is saved SRP will rebate $300 of the purchase price of an LED Lighting Upgrade.
85% Energy Savings: LED lighting retrofits can offer businesses two key benefits: some fixtures can deliver up to an 85 percent energy savings and the life span of LEDs average about 50,000 hours, reports Retrofit Magazine.
Better for the Environment: LED lights are 100% recyclable. They do not contain any mercury or other harmful elements. LED lights have the smallest carbon footprint of any light source other than the sun!
