At Scotvale Electrical Systems, we are actively engaged in efforts that protect and promote the environment.  We are able to work with industry to determine ways in which we can become more energy and cost effective.
 
With recent advances in lighting technology, there are many aspects to consider when developing an energy plan. Those considerations affect how we light up the places we live and work in, and they make a big impact on how we function and feel. These also make a big impact on the environment.

The type of light bulbs and light fixtures we use will also make a very significant impact on the environment. Start with the fact that a conventional incandescent bulb turns around only five to ten percent of its consumed energy into light, the rest dissipates as heat.  

Understanding the facts about lighting and energy allows us to establish an effective green plan to maximize your facility lighting.  Items that have a significant factor on lighting include:

• Hours of operation

• Type and size of fixtures

• Number of fixtures 

• Number of lamps per fixture

• Number of lamps per ballast

• Type of lamps

• Type of ballasts

• Fixture condition

• Availability of daylight

• Tasks that are performed in the space (with light level targets)

• Unique fixture types or physical features

• Area dimensions

• Height of the tasks

• Fixture mounting height

All these factors are considered and analyzed which can lead to:

• More efficient use of power

• Significant energy cost savings

• Increased life of lights and bulbs

• Easier facility lighting management

• Decreased facility maintenance

• More comfortable lighting

• Increased production

To justify an investment in modifying an existing lighting system, a full financial analysis will need to be conducted.  Important data about the local utility rate structure and average charges for energy (kWh) and demand (kW) and the availability of rebates from the local utility that may subsidize purchases of energy-efficient lighting equipment will determine the amount of savings.

At Scotvale, we can help establish a program for improved lighting maintenance practices reducing lumen depreciation, lamp burn out, re-lamping labor, and maintenance costs.

Our goal will be to help you save energy and money.