A car dealership’s lighting costs can be as much as 50 percent of its overall energy use. Lighting is responsible for 20 to 25 percent of overall U.S. energy consumption, with 50 percent of that coming from industrial and commercial lighting, as outlined by the Energy Efficient Lighting Association.
Auto Dealerships are Leading a Green Revolution
Ecofriendly dealerships are still relatively unusual. But dealers across the country are beginning to catch on to the pluses of “going green” — such as saving money and drawing increasingly green-minded customers, not to mention ridding the world of tons of greenhouse gas emissions.
Energy Savings Case Study: Auto Dealer Hand Motors
Jim Hand spent $35,000 to upgrade lighting in both of his buildings, and got back all but $4,000 in rebates. He also saved about $6,000 in energy costs over six months, “so I’ve got my investment back.” Hand Motors expects to save $30,000 a year in energy costs through such initiatives including installation of new lighting throughout the store; and adding motion detectors and programmable thermostats.
Energy Savings Through LeafNut Wireless Lighting Control System
LeafNut™ system is an advance intelligent wireless control system for are and street lighting. With the ultimate kit of energy efficient pulse start ballasts and Uni-Form™ lamps plus the power of LeafNut system, you can drastically reduce your energy consumption expenses while improving with bright, white site lighting.
Case Study: Venture Lighting at Idaho State
At Idaho State University’s main campus, located in Pocatello, Idaho, the scenic surroundings called for a sustainable lighting solution; replacing the outdated high pressure sodium system was a priority to increase campus safety and decrease energy consumption and maintenance costs.