Lighting energy efficiency

Introduction

Guide

Lighting can account for up to 40 per cent of a business' total electricity bill. Simply making small adjustments to lighting can significantly improve the working environment, reduce your carbon footprint and save money.

This guide explains how to reduce the need for lighting in your business, how to maximise the use of daylight and how investing in energy-saving lighting solutions can improve your profitability. It identifies different types of lighting system and where they are most appropriate.

It highlights the importance of good housekeeping and maintenance and shows how upgrading and refurbishing lighting systems can reduce your running costs and improve light quality.