SPAR
Savings of £86,000
SPAR store improves retailing image and slashes energy bills by 79%.
The Challenge:
SPAR approached Waveguide Lighting to provide an energy saving solution that would not only cut down on costly energy and maintenance bills but also help enhance the appearance of the store and produce displayed within it. They also required a solution that would help them meet their commitment to hit carbon reduction targets.
Our Solution:
TiLite 30’s were installed throughout the main shop floor, Post Office and back office rooms to replace fluorescent lights. PIR sensors were also fitted in back store rooms and other areas with low occupancy to further maximise energy savings. Overall energy consumption was reduced by 79%. With a product lifetime of nine years, energy savings of £86,000 and carbon reduction of 210 Co2 Tonnes will be achieved.
The lack of heat given off by LED lighting also allows further energy savings to be made through reduced use of air conditioning systems. The machines do not have to work as hard to cool down additional heat in the shop, which is beneficial for open refrigerators. High colour rendering enhances the colour of produce making it more appealing to customers.
The store’s security was improved with the removal of the old fluorescent light fittings. The LED lighting allows for a clearer identification of suspects and reduces flicker on CCTV monitors. The store benefited from a Carbon Trust Loan which resulted in a payback period of just over 12 months.
“I am very pleased with Waveguide Lighting’s bespoke lighting system. The new LED lighting has improved visibility in the store and customers have commented on how much brighter and larger the store now appears. The new lights have created daylight indoors. Waveguide Lighting was helpful at every stage of the process and there was no disruption to my business as they were able to install the lighting outside of the store’s opening hours.”