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2. Retrofit your
EXIT Signs with LED Bulbs -
They use less electricity and last longer.
EXIT signs typically contain two or more small, incandescent bulbs which
use a total of 30 to 50 watts. All EXIT signs operate 24 hrs. a day,
every day resulting in 8,760 hours of use per year. A single sign may
use from 175 to 438 kwh of electricity per year. Plus Exit Signs require
a bulb replacement two to four times per year. This becomes an added
expense and a maintenance burden.
OUR LED. EXIT sign bulbs (light emitting diode) are the
better choice. They have an average estimated bulb life of 25 years
and they consume only 2 watts per sign installation.
3. Install More
Efficient Bulbs in Recessed Down lights.
Standard bulbs are a poor choice for recessed down lighting because they
radiate light in every unnecessary direction - not just down. This causes
the fixture to “trap” the light rather than radiate it.
The best solution in this instance is to use a compact
fluorescent reflector bulb in place of the ordinarily wasteful standard
bulb. They may cost more initially but the savings will add up. You
will also see a recognizable difference in the quality of lighting making
your home, business or multi-family dwelling a happier and safer place
to be.
4. Use
Halogen or Compact Fluorescent Reflector Spot or Flood Bulbs Where Appropriate.
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5. Replace Incandescent with Compact Fluorescents.
One of the greatest advances in energy-efficient lighting technology
is the compact fluorescent bulb. When compared to the standard bulb
the compact fluorescent bulb is much more cost-effective. Unless you
are using a commercial long-life bulb, standard bulbs must be replaced
often. Compact fluorescents composed of miniature fluorescent tubes and
ballasts, were developed as a replacement for standard incandescent.
They fit many of your household or business lighting fixtures - no fixture
replacement necessary.
 6.
Retrofit Your Fluorescent Light Fixtures.
Consider replacing your standard ballast with electronic energy saver
ballasts & T-8 type bulbs.
7. Consider Efficient
HID Fixtures for Parking and Other Areas.
HID (high intensity discharge) fixtures include mercury vapor, metal
halide and sodium. Although mercury vapor is now regarded as an outdated
light source all others listed are super energy efficient options for
a longer lasting lighting solution.
8. DOE Distributes Energy-Saving Tools to Help Save Energy
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has distributed Save Energy Now CD-ROMs.
DOE Distributes Tools for Energy Savings - DOE has distributed CD-ROMs
with energy-saving information and software to 3,500 managers across the
United States to help them cut energy use and costs. These large installations
were identified as some of the most energy-intensive in the United States,
and the Save Energy Now CDs contain tip sheets, case studies, software,
and guidance on energy management and assessment to help them identify
opportunities to save energy.
Order at 1-877-337-3463 or online at:
http://www1.eere.energy.gov/industry/saveenergynow/cd_rom.html
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