Installing lighting systems in existing buildings can significantly help reduce energy consumption, claimed Pete Horton, vice president of market development, Watt Stopper/Legrand, in an interview with facilities management Middle East.
"There's tremendous potential in existing buildings and a simple solution like light occupancy sensors can easily be retrofitted to gain immediate and sustainable energy savings. It will also show a significant return on investment," he said.
While the spotlight still shines on buildings under construction becoming green, Horton's comments address FMs servicing the region's existing buildings.
"Facilities managers are an excellent resource for us, especially when looking at retrofit opportunities. They see how the lighting is operated and used," Horton added.
With Dubai's new green mandate enforced by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum and other regions across the Middle East starting to tackle going green, companies are keen to identify areas where people can improve sustainability and reduce a company's carbon footprint.
"There is independent research that shows by installing occupancy sensors, a company could save anything from 17 to 52% on energy. In Dubai, wherever you can save lighting, you have an equivalent saving on your air conditioning because lighting emits heat. So you're getting two for one," he said.
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