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Research, Retrofit, Reduce

Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

The 3 R’s of becoming an energy efficient company.  “If all the commercial buildings in the U.S. that exist as of 2010 were retrofitted to be more energy efficient, the country as a whole would save over $41.1 billion a year in energy bills” (Source).   Aelux, LLC, one of the leading lighting retrofit companies serves companies nationwide – making a difference one company at a time.  Currently, Aelux is offering a complimentary lighting audit and lighting retrofit proposal.

In addition to the complimentary lighting audit, there are variety of rebates and incentives available across the United States.  For further information on your state rebates and incentives contact an Aelux Representative toll free at 866-44-AELUX (1- 866-442-3589).

Be a proactive business and take advantage of all the Green Savings!

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Commercial Building Tax Deduction

Thursday, June 3rd, 2010

To help stimulate job creation, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and American Institute of Architects (AIA) renewed its call on Congress to extend the commercial building tax deduction.  They have announced an increase from $1.80 per square foot to $3.00 per square foot.  Due to the economic downfall since 2005 when the first deduction of $1.80 per square foot was enacted “the current economic crisis has reduced the amount of building design, construction, and renovations nationwide” (Source).

CEO Evan R. Gaddis, NEMA, stated “This tax incentive has proven record of success in supporting thousands of construction, electrical, design, contractor, and manufacturing jobs prior to the recession.  An increase is needed to address tight capital and other financing issues facing building owners.  This is the type of measure that fits with the outlines of President Obama’s jobs stimulus announcement on December 8, 2009”

To read a copy of the letter from NEMA it is available here

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LED Fluorescent Tubes

Thursday, May 13th, 2010

Increasingly becoming popular in recent news is the construction of “green” commercial buildings and green updates on already standing structures. One of the latest debates within green updates are the pros and cons of using LED fluorescent tubes.  In an article published by greentechenterprise compares LEDs to fluorescent tubes, here are four key specifications that should be reviewed:

  • Lumens – This is the unit of measurement for strength of light. Look for tubes with 1500 lumens or more.
  • Watts – This is a unit of measurement for power consumption. Four-foot LED tubes typically use 15 to 25 watts, while fluorescent tubes of this size use more than 30 watts.
  • Lifespan – This is how long the bulb will last. It’s measured in hours. 50,000 hours is common for LED tubes.
  • Color temperature – The temperature of the light is the color of the light. It is measured in units of absolute temperature, or Kelvin (K). 3000K is considered warm (redder), 4100K is considered neutral, and 5800 K is cool (bluer).

In addition to the four specifications listed above it is also important to consider: cost, heat ouput, efficiency, comfort & material.

What are your general thoughts on the debate over LED Fluorescent Tubes?

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Energy Efficiency in Canada on the Rise

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

Aelux, LLC is an international energy savings company providing companies the potential to decrease energy costs while increasing productivity through lighting retrofits.  “From 1990 to 2005, commercial/institutional energy use increased by 33 percent…” in Canada (Source).

The City of Kingston Ontario states, “Work is progressing on the $4.3 million project to retrofit City-owned buildings to reduce energy costs and greenhouse gas emissions”  (Source).  Canada recently made available Retrofit Grants & Incentives for commercial and institutional building and industrial facilities, along with residential home rebates.

On April 30, 2010 it was announced that due to a less than expected demand, “the ecoENERGY Retrofit – Small and Medium Organizations program will finish March 31, 2011″ (Source).  Due to the recent decision to conclude the program in about a year it is a first come first served basis until the stated date or until funds diminish.  Don’t waste time, call an Aelux lighting specialist today for more information on our complimentary (NO cost, NO obligation) facility audit and lighting retrofit proposal.

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Save the Planet & Celebrate Earth Day

Thursday, April 22nd, 2010

Positive Changes for the Future look Bright

This year marks the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day, April 22nd.  Your everyday choices not only affect energy use, but the overall environment.  In accordance to this, Aelux LLC is proud to recycle on all projects in accordance with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) mandates and supports/promotes energy efficiency best practices.

Earth Day Network states that, “Earth Day 2010 can be a turning point to advance climate policy, energy efficiency, renewable energy and green jobs.”  Support in the effort to help the environment by joining an earth day campaign.

What are some actions you can take?

  • Recycle
  • Transportation
  • Lighting (specifically lighting retrofitting)*
  • AC & Heat

*Lighting retrofitting not only benefits the company’s financial costs, but the environment and economy.  By reducing the demand for energy there is a less dependence on oil, coal and nuclear power (Efficient Lighting Corporation, 2008).

Taking action

Over the past few years the popularity of energy efficiency programs have increased.  47 states have now enrolled in energy efficiency lighting rebates & incentive programs (attardimarketing.com).  Aelux LLC provides services in lighting retrofitting, with a complimentary lighting audit.  An Aelux lighting specialist will compile a full analysis of your facility and recommend a plan of action

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U.S. Utilities Increase Energy Efficiency Programs 43% to $5.3B

Thursday, April 8th, 2010

U.S. utilities spent 43 percent more on energy-efficiency programs in 2009, according to a new report from the nonprofit Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE), which represents energy efficiency program administrators in the United States and Canada.

U.S. businesses took a share of the $5.3 billion in utility energy efficiency programs, which included $4.4 billion for electric energy efficiency programs, up 38 percent from the previous year, and $930 million for natural gas programs, up by 79 percent. Electric energy-efficiency programs focus on commercial and industrial facilities, while natural gas programs more often target residential customers.

Utility energy efficiency programs also expanded geographically with programs now offered in 46 states, compared to only 37 states in 2008.

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Implementing energy efficiency programs are cheaper for utilities and their customers rather than adding new sources of electricity, according to an ACEEE report released last year. The report found that the average cost per kilowatt hour (kWh) of energy efficiency is about 2.5 cents, compared to 7 to 15 cents per kWh for adding new energy generation.

Another report from ACEEE last year estimates that the federal energy-efficiency target for reducing electricity and gas usage could result in utility bill savings of $168.6 billion for consumers and businesses.

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