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Nowadays eco-friendly lighting options are getting more popular over traditional techniques. Green lighting techniques are the best tactics one can adapt to reduce power consumption in the house and commercial premises. It will save money and reduce environmental pollution. A professional lighting designer can design your space with more energy saving options. If you are unable to afford a lighting designer try these techniques in your premises.
Wall warts
Most of us are familiar with wall warts or power cables. Wall warts are cords used to connect lamps and lighting fixtures with switchboard. This is similar to an extension plug. The main problem with wall warts is they draw a large amount of energy even after the device is turned off. This will lead to an unwanted wastage of energy. So you should give extra care to unplug wall warts after use. You can adopt a smart power system for this purpose.
Dimmer and motion sensors
Another best option you can choose is dimmer and motion sensors. Motion sensors are similar to that used in automated lighting. You can use motion sensors in areas like bathrooms; children bedroom and so forth. Motion sensors will sense the movement and turn off the lights automatically. This eventually reduces the unwanted wastage of energy. Another option you adopt is dimmer. Dimmers can be used in areas where we require a low amount of light. But most of the CFLs do not work with dimmer switches. You need special CFLs and LEDs for this purpose.
Daylighting
This is the most efficient method you can adopt. Sunlight is totally free and is good for health. You can install skylights and ventilators for this purpose. Apart from that, you can include a large number of windows in your house. This all brings sunlight into your premises. If you want to use sunlight more effectively then you can adopt complicated methods like piping through fibre optics and so -forth.
Good habits
This is the easiest and most effective method you can adapt to reduce power consumption. Practising good habits will upgrade your life into another level. You can practice good habits like turning off lights and other electronic appliances after use. In this way, you can save both power and money.
Adopt an alternative energy source
This is the best option suitable for both homes and commercial spaces. Green power sources like wind, solar, biogas are easily renewable and affordable. Green power sources will reduce pollution occurs due to traditional electricity generating methods. Green power sources give you a good ROI(Return on investment). You can easily find electronic installations and electronic applications that are compatible with green power sources.
Now you are familiar with eco-friendly lighting techniques used by professionals to reduce power consumption. You can implement these ideas on your premises with the help of a professional lighting designer.
For any of your commercial lighting needs, don’t hesitate to contact us at LET Design Lighting Consultants.
