Case Study: Washington Ford
Washington Ford decided it was time to update the look and efficiency of their facility and invest in implementing a full facility lighting upgrade and retrofit, enabling them to experience more light with less energy.
After completing an extensive Lighting audit, it was determined, all areas of the dealership should be addressed in this project. George R. Smalley replaced or retrofitted over 500 existing fixtures consisting of older lighting technology, with new energy efficient LED technology.
Washington Ford Lighting Retrofit
Washington Ford decided it was time to update the look and efficiency of their facility and invest in implementing a full facility lighting upgrade and retrofit, enabling them to experience more light with less energy.
After completing an extensive Lighting audit, it was determined, all areas of the dealership should be addressed in this project. George R. Smalley replaced or retrofitted over 500 existing fixtures consisting of older lighting technology, with new energy efficient LED technology.
PROJECT SUMMARY
Number of Fixtures
Existing
485
After Retrofit
500
Lighting System Energy Consumption (kW)
Existing
130.234
After Retrofit
47.068
Current Utility Rate $k/Wh
Existing
$0.085000
ANNUAL SAVINGS SUMMARY
Energy Reduction
242,004 kWH
REDUCED
Energy Savings
$24,694
SAVED
Maintenance/HVAC Savings
$4124
SAVED
Rebates
$17,000
ABATEMENT
ANNUAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
38 Cars
We are removing vehicles from the road by using less energy.
20,256 GALLONS
Reducing your energy consumption will save gas from being consumed.
212 Acres
Reducing your energy consumption will save acres of forest.
RESULTS
- Lifecycle Savings - $246,947
- Annual KWH Savings – 242,000
- Annual Cost Savings - $24,694
- ROI - 13.5%
- Net Present Value(NPV) - $68,073
- Payback – 6.9yrs
TESTIMONIAL
I just wanted to thank you for a job well done. Your crew was courteous, professional, tidy, and seemed to show genuine concern for not interrupting our operations. I also appreciated the off-hours work when it was deemed necessary, as well as the last-minute accommodations for the pole painting request, among others. I would be happy to recommend your company to anyone looking to have a similar scope of work completed.
Thank you again
Dan Wind GM/Partner
CONCLUSION
By conducting a comprehensive Lighting Audit, George R. Smalley was able to provide Washington Ford with an energy efficient LED Lighting solution. In addition to the tens of thousands of dollars saved, Smalley Electrical was also able to help Washington Ford reduce its carbon footprint and minimize their environmental impact.
G.R Smalley has helped countless customers, both industrial and commercial, save money, become more energy efficient, and decrease their impact on the environment, creating a positive impact on their bottom lines.
