Reducing Energy Cost
How can I reduce my energy costs?
- Replace old HID lighting in warehouses and manufacturing plants with HIF (high intensity fluorescent) lighting for a 50% energy savings. Learn more about HIF Lighting.
- Paint dark walls and ceilings with lighter color paints.
- Use task lighting to reduce overall general lighting.
- Replace interior incandescent lighting with fluorescent lighting.
- Use occupancy sensors to turn off lights when no one is present.
- Use dimming methods by wiring in pairs, to reduce light levels to half when no one is present.
- Lower the height of overhead lighting to help eliminate light loss.
- For outside lighting, install timers or photo sensors to save on energy.
- Consider retrofitting T-12 fluorescent lighting with more efficient T-8 lamps and electronic ballasts. Expect a 50% Savings with this conversion.
Fixture Cost Versus Energy Cost
Today’s building owners, executives and facility managers are recognizing both a potential savings in energy, as well as creating a long term positive cash flow. *88% of every dollar spent on the cost of lighting is spent on electricity. Upgrading inefficient HID lighting systems with new HIF fluorescent lighting provides an excellent ROI and provides an immediate positive cash flow for business.
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