Commercial lighting applications have suffered the most from rising energy cost and tightening energy codes simply because they often have to work with budgetary constraints. Dealing with high energy consumption usually means having to sacrifice the system that eats up the most electricity, which is lighting. In an effort to cut down costs, a lot of commercial buildings have had to sacrifice visual comfort, but energy costs continue to rise. With these problems with energy and lighting, the demand for energy efficient lighting solutions have skyrocketed. The largest demand is for LED lighting, an energy-saving and high quality lighting product that is leading the market today.
LED lighting has a lot of benefits to offer, but what stands out the most in the eyes of architects, lighting designers and building owners is its energy efficiency. It can meet or even exceed the lighting levels delivered by leading traditional lighting solutions while using a lot less energy. In fact, the use of LED lighting can reduce energy consumption by 33% to 50%, depending on how widely it is used. It is even more effective in saving energy and delivering quality lighting when used with lighting controls.
While energy efficiency is already enough to make LED lighting the most wanted lighting solution in the market today, it also offers durability, flexibility and long life. Encased in a tough resin, LED can withstand a lot of vibration and accidental contact. Its flexibility in design also allows it to be used in a wide variety of settings, including both indoor lighting and outdoor lighting. Leading LED products in the market can also deliver over 50 000 hours of service which virtually eliminates lamp replacement and maintenance.
With its overall cost effectiveness and sustainability, LED products are often heavily featured in sustainable design. It is likely that we will see LED as the most prevalent lighting solution in the not so distant future for commercial applications.
