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Welcome to the Targeted Sustainable Facility eNews: Energy-Efficient Lighting |
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In Sustainable Facility's December monthly eNews, I described how a lot of people at Greenbuild were discussing the idea of making our existing facilities more energy efficient. In light of President Obama's recent announcement to provide tax credits for more energy-efficient homes, I saw today that the president would also like to increase the amount of tax breaks for manufacturers using green energy in their processes to $5 billion.
Granted, the tax breaks might not be enough incentive for some. After all, some systems (be they solar, wind or some other form of renewable energy system) are quite expensive. While the money is likely to be made back in the long run, the tax break still might not be enough to offset the initial cost.
However, there are still plenty of things the facility manager can do to save money without spending a fortune. One of the easiest is lighting. Manufacturers are doing their best to get their lighting in buildings by making products (whether it's fluorescent, halogen or LED) that fit into existing ballasts.
While switching out the lighting in a 20,000-square-foot office building is still far more expensive and labor intensive than caulking all of the windows in a 1,500-square-foot home, the drop in electricity usage (and subsequent bill) should be immediately noticeable.
For more tips, strategies and tools for commercial buildings, visit www.EnergyStar.gov and select the Buildings & Plants option.
Cheers,
Derrick
Sustainable Facility Managing Editor
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City of Abilene, Texas, Launches Second Energy Conservation Project
The city of Abilene, Texas, is implementing a second series of energy efficiency upgrades to city buildings. Valued at more than $1 million dollars, the project is paid for entirely with Energy Efficiency Conservation Block Grants as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.
Two Million or More U.S. Buildings Could Benefit From Lighting System Upgrades
More than 2.2 million of the nation's 2.7 million older (pre-1980) commercial buildings have been using the same lighting for the past three decades, the National Lighting Bureau reports. The Bureau estimates that 3 million or more commercial and other nonresidential buildings are candidates for money- and energy-saving lighting-system upgrades
Making Energy Retrofits Work
by Dan Probst and Dana Schneider
A recently announced energy retrofit program that took place at the Empire State Building relies on an innovative tenant engagement initiative to reach the facility's goal of reducing energy use by 38 percent.
Powerful Parking
by Dr. JoAnne Castagna
The National Guard's New Jersey branch sought the expertise of the Army Corps' New York District to construct two open panel photovoltaic carport solar power projects. These projects will not only help the National Guard meet the country's energy mandates but also save money on electricity and earn a profit. |
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2009 Top Products
In December, Sustainable Facility takes a count of the products in its New+Notable and Product Focus sections that have received the most reader requests for more information throughout the year.
Compact Fluorescent Extension Light
The compact McGill Model 5330 Fluorescent Extension Light
was designed for portability and can be used virtually anywhere. The Model 5330 emanates soft, glare-free fluorescent lighting that is exceptionally energy-efficient. Measuring only 22 inches long, it is effective in lighting tight, restricted spaces. The Model 5330 offers no exposed metal parts and an impact-resistant plastic outer lamp that remains cool even after hours of use.
www.mcgillelectrical.com.
 A19 LED Lamp for 100W Incandescent and CFL Replacements
The 9.8W A19 Design White lamp, from LEDnovation, Inc.
, is an LED replacement lamp that is targeted at 100W Incandescent and CFL replacement applications. The A19 LED lamp is semi directional and is equivalent to a 100W incandescent lamp while consuming only 9.8 Watts for a 90 percent reduction in energy consumption, the company reports. It has a total efficacy of 84 lumens per watt, delivering 830 Lumens. www.lednovation.com
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Be sure to see the latest products from Greenbuild. |
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Calendar of Events
2010 AHR EXPO
Jan 25, 2010 - Jan 27, 2010
Orlando
Sustainable Lighting Design Seminar
Jan 28, 2010 - Jan 29, 2010
Tupelo, Miss.
2010 Int'l Roofing Expo
Feb 22, 2010 - Feb 24, 2010
New Orleans
CORE's Fifth Annual Sustainable Opportunities Summit & Expo
Mar 2, 2010 - Mar 4, 2010
Denver
NFMT 2010
Mar 16, 2010 - Mar 18, 2010
Baltimore
Light+Building 2010
Apr 11, 2010 - Apr 16, 2010
Frankfurt am Main
National Green Builders Products Expo
Apr 27, 2010 - Apr 28, 2010
Las Vegas
Click here for even more events. |
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