T12... T8... T5...  Are We Playing Bingo?

But of Course, Bingo doesn't have the T, so we must be talking about lighting.

Difference in Wattage: 400 Watt MH to T-5 High Bay

Calculating the cost benefits between a 400 Watt MH compared to a T-5 High Bay Fluorescent is a relatively simple calculation.  Calculating energy efficiency is actually simple subtraction problem. 

You Want To Be Energy Efficient....So What Are Your Options For Linear Fluorescent?

Older T12 linear fluorescent lamps are not exactly what many would consider inefficient, but by todays standards they are. Most business owners don't even realize what they have been using over the years.  One thing is for sure, they are now OLD technology.

T12: What Are My Options?

Linear fluorescent T12 lamps are best described as the "fat" lamps. If you look at the end of them they are roughly 1.5" across. They have an average life of roughly 18-20,000 hrs.

Do You Really Need T5 Lighting and Does It Matter?

Let's take a look at the differences between T8 and T5 fluorescent technology and see how they stack up. This is important because the T5 lighting could cost you 2x more than T8 Lighting.  Here's why. 

Occupancy sensor; What do they do?

Occupancy sensor, Occ sensor, motion sensor. They have various names but they all do basically the same function.

Energy efficient businesses save themselves significant dollars while at the same time improve
a world that continues to struggle under increasing energy demands. And, the effort and money it takes to become an energy efficient businesses is surprisingly little.  Simple upgrades can quickly transform any business into an energy efficient one.

1- Replace Old Refrigerators and Freezers

Old refrigerators and freezers are some of the biggest energy hogs. The best way to reduce your monthly electric bill, replace old refrigerators and freezers with new, energy efficient, models. Many cities even offer incentive programs for those who want to trade old for new. Still, it can cost a lot to buy a new refrigerator/freezer, even with incentive programs. If you’re not in the position to make a big purchase you can replace the magnetic gasket lining the door. Over time, gaskets sag, creating gaps through which cold air will leak, reducing energy efficiency. New gaskets are inexpensive and easy to install.

Things To Consider When Considering LED

I recently had a conversation with one of our employees about the difference between led technology and Induction Fluorescent technology.  The higher cost of LED fixtures has led us to recommend that our customers go to inductive fluorescent technology because the benefits were equal to LED.  The one downside has been the price of LED. 

From occupancy sensors for lighting to HVAC improvements, there are a many ways for small businesses to reduce their energy consumption. Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) recently comprised a list of easy to implement tips for small business owners looking to reduce their energy foot print. Here are 14 of our favorite tips for your business:

LED Lighting Is Gaining Ground 

LED lighting has been becoming more and more popular.  In fact if you go to the Google Keyword Tool, you will find the following number of global searches on the typical types of lighting:

Energy Efficiency Is Saving Municipalities Millions Of Dollars

Below are some recent articles on the topic of ways to improve energy efficiency. There are 4 examples of how cities and schools are saving real money by upgrading energy efficient technology.