The Ultimate Guide to Retrofits in NYC
WHAT’S INSIDE
This hands-on guide will take you through the steps of a commercial retrofit, provide additional resources, and answer all your questions about performing a lighting retrofit in a New York City building.
The Basics: What is a lighting retrofit and who should perform one?
The Process: From data collection through installation
Compatibility: To re-lamp, re-ballast, or replace?
Energy Codes: LL88, LL97, and how to comply
So you’re considering retrofitting your lighting? Good for you.
It just makes sense.
Being environmentally responsible is reward enough, but you’re also making an active choice to spend less money every month on utility bills and cash in on government incentives and rebate programs.
So why retrofit?
There are many reasons people choose to retrofit their lighting. Money savings is often the biggest motivator, and we don't blame you! Not only will your maintenance costs be lower, but because LEDs are more efficient than traditional lighting, you will also see a significant decrease in energy consumption.
Other reasons to retrofit:
Have better quality light
Create a better work environment
Lower maintenance
Earn tax incentives and rebates
Reduce carbon footprint
Safer and easier to operate
Longer product life
Meet energy requirements
Office buildings represent approximately 17% of energy use in commercial buildings in the country and consume more energy than any other building type in the US. Almost 60% of these buildings were built before 1980 and are past due for upgrades to systems and equipment.
The term “retrofit” covers a variety of applications, from lighting to heating to HVAC to sensors and equipment; there are a number of ways you can reduce the energy waste of your building. This guide will focus on lighting retrofits: how to do one, how to be sure it's done correctly, and why your building definitely needs one.
