1 – Energy efficient lighting will reduce your business electricity bills

One of the most important facts to consider about energy efficient lighting is that it helps businesses to save on lighting bills. By switching from traditional or halogen lighting in an office or other working space, businesses can save incredible amounts of energy. Here are just some of the best statistics:

• By switching a 75 watt incandescent light bulb to an LED light, companies could save up to £10 per bulb per year!
• LED bulbs use up to 90% less energy than an old halogen bulb
• Switching to energy efficient LED bulbs could help you lower your company’s carbon footprint

2 – LEDs are the most adaptable light fitting

LED light bulbs are the most adaptable type of energy efficient light fitting. They can be used in almost all settings and are the ideal solution for replacing traditional bulbs. LED light bulbs can be used for general lighting, outdoor lighting, spotlights, dimmable lights and in chandeliers. This also makes LEDs perfect for businesses in a wide range of industries requiring various levels of lighting in a number of environments.

3 – Companies can no longer produce halogen bulbs

Lighting manufacturers are actually no longer allowed to produce and sell halogen lights. This has helped to introduce the phase out of traditional inefficient lighting and instead encourage both companies and households to make the switch to energy efficient lighting like LEDs. Where you may find halogen bulbs is in places like ovens and security lights or in a store where old stock is being sold.

4 – Linear fluorescent lamps (LFLs) are most commonly used in offices

For large office spaces and warehouses, businesses can opt to use LFLs, these are modern strip lights that are capable of emitting a good amount of quality light. As opposed to traditional strip lights, which didn’t offer a good lifespan, LFLs are far more energy efficient and can help businesses save on their business electricity bills.

5 – Lighting accounts for around 20% of business energy consumption

Businesses may be shocked to discover that around 20% of their energy consumption comes from lighting. In order to keep usage low and costs down, now is the perfect time to reconsider the lighting solutions your business uses and switch to energy efficient lighting, either choosing LED lights or LFLs.

For more on business electricity rates and how to save your business money, take a look at our D-ENERGi business electricity page or read up on some of our other blogs with tips to help you cut down on your business energy consumption!