4 Tips for making your office lighting more sustainable

A study by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency in India (BEE) asserts that buildings account for almost 35% of total energy consumption in the country and the demand is growing by almost 8% every year.  The study also mentions that India is expected to add nearly 35 billion square meters of new buildings by 2050, exerting huge pressure on the natural resources for energy demands. Thus, the need for sustainability in commercial spaces becomes imperative.

The study also claims that the commercial sector in India utilizes almost 11% of the total energy produced in the country. This ignites a spark of hope as making offices and workspaces more sustainable and energy efficient could help in saving energy for future generations.

Here are some ways you can make your office lighting more sustainable:

Switch to LED lighting solutions

First and foremost, replace all traditional lighting devices like incandescent and fluorescents with new-age LED lighting solutions. Lighting emitting diodes is undoubtedly the most energy efficient lighting technology in the world that supports the global aim of energy efficiency. Many offices in India still rely on old lighting systems and refrain from getting a lighting retrofit due to budget constraints. However, they should understand that investing in LED luminaires is an investment for the future. It will not only benefit you but will also benefit the environment.

Install tactical task lighting

Task lighting can prove as useful as ambient lighting in the efforts of making your office space more energy efficient and sustainable. Installing task lights on workstations allows you to utilize only a fraction of the energy of the overhead lighting. This can prove critical in ensuring energy saving and reducing utility bills.

Wash walls with light

Painting the walls with light colours and washing them with lights can go a long way in minimizing electricity consumption. Light- colour walls have the ability to reflect light and installing LED wash light can help the offices to make the most of this wall’s ability. Placing LED luminaires strategically and bouncing the light off the wall can help in illuminating the space properly with minimal dependency on ambient light.

Install smart lighting controls

Smart lighting controls such as dimmers and occupancy sensors not only optimize energy consumption but also enable a smart working environment. Thus, office authorities should decide on installing them in areas that tend to experience unscheduled occupancy. For instance, spaces like meeting rooms and corridors are perfect for occupancy sensor installation as they are not used all the time. An occupancy sensor will automatically dim or off the light when it senses the vacant space. This aids significant energy savings.

Last but not the least, keep the office lighting system and LED lights clean. Dust and dirt impede the light’s illumination abilities while lowering its performance. However, make sure to adhere to all safety and precautionary measures when indulging in a cleaning session.