Lights.com—Commercial Lighting
Commercial lighting can be expensive and costly if you do not use energy efficient bulbs. By having an energy efficient lighting system in your commercial facility, you can reduce your monthly bill. In addition, energy efficient commercial lighting systems typically provide better light levels and color qualities. This results in greater occupant comfort and productivity.
In many cases, replacing a ten-year-old or older lighting system with current electronic technology can yield a 15% return on investment. Some business lighting system replacements might even qualify for a tax incentive in their respective state. A tax credit in Oregon, for example, is 35% of eligible project costs which further improves your return on investment.
Efficient Commercial Lighting
If you use energy-efficiency practices with all your lights, the savings can add up. Even though the energy used by a single light is small, in a commercial facility, the energy bill can really add up. You should consider a few things to reduce your lighting costs immediately.
First, evaluate your lighting needs because in the case of an overlit facility, delamping might be appropriate. Also, replace T12 fluorescent lights with more energy efficient T8 lights and electronic ballasts. Also, try replacing exit lights with new energy efficient ones that use fluorescent or LED technology.