Future Potential of Energy Efficiency
When it comes to evaluating the future potential of energy efficiency, there are two solutions to consider: one solution is upgrading the power generation mix with cleaner energy sources; and, the second solution is to use energy more efficiently, reducing the need for expansions in generation capacity. These two approaches are not mutually exclusive, and can in fact achieve a great degree of synergy if implemented together.
As the global community pays increasingly more attention to the finite nature of fossil fuel deposits, sustainable energy solutions for generating power are growing in popularity. Continue reading “Sustainable Energy Solutions To Avoid Peak Load Penalties”
As energy bills are set to increase over the next few years, there is energy saving measures that businesses can undertake, in order to save money and in turn, increase the ever important profit margins. Continue reading “Energy Efficiency – What is It and What Are The Appropriate Measures Businesses Can Take?”
With the cost of energy increasing year to year, more people are trying to save energy and save money at home. This practice can be duplicated in the workplace, where millions of businesses are still using extreme amounts of energy and wasting a lot of money. Continue reading “Energy Saving Tips For Your Workplace”
It’s safe to say that humans have certainly made their mark on the planet, but unfortunately it hasn’t always been in an environmentally friendly and beneficial way. For something so delicately balanced and perfectly suited for our very survival we sure do give it a beating! Continue reading “Think Environmentally Friendly Doesn’t Matter To You? Think Again!”
We’ve all heard the saying that consumer would prefer to buy than be sold to, right? Well, after doing some reading and research, it turns out that “selling” sustainability is no different. Continue reading “The Sustainability Challenge In Business and How to Get Buy In”
Environmentally friendly practices are currently on the rise and customers are becoming more and more aware of the need to use eco-friendly products and businesses. Thus it is really important your business plays a part in this trend as well, so we lend a hand by offering up some advice on 5 Ways To Make Your Business Green. Continue reading “5 Ways To Make Your Business Green and Save your money”
Ten-year operational cost savings projected to exceed $180,000
| Client: | Magic Restaurants (a Franchisee of Burger King) |
| Project Name: | Burger King Store #11088 |
| Location: | Lewisburg, Tennessee |
| Building Details: | Approximately 2,500 sq. ft. Quick Serve Restaurant Building |
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To combat the rising costs of electricity and minimize the headaches associated with frequent bulb and fixture replacements, Magic Restaurants made the decision to implement energy efficient EnergyWise LED lighting in an existing Burger King Restaurant scheduled for a 2020 remodel. The 10-year savings projections on electric and maintenance costs for the project are in excess of $180,000.
After speaking with several other Burger King Franchisees who had successfully made the transition to incorporate EnergyWise LED lighting, Magic Restaurants owners Constantine Vrailas and George Vrailas decided to make the conversion. Burger King Store #11088 presented a wonderful opportunity to update old T12 fluorescent fixtures on the interior of the restaurant, and many high-wattage fixtures on the building and in the parking lot. Many of these sold fixtures required regular maintenance and attention that impacted operations and finances.
To make the transition easier, EnergyWise provided its Utility Rebate Procurement Services to secure a commitment from TVA (Tennessee Valley Authority) for a rebate under its Energy Right Solutions Program. This incentive rebate is expected to pay for approximately 60% of the cost of the EnergyWise LED lighting products installed in the restaurant.
Burger King Store #11088 is now the most energy efficient of Magic Restaurant’s stores, and one of the most energy efficient quick service restaurants in the U.S. While incorporating energy efficiency measures into the new Burger King helps Magic Restaurants reach its’ financial savings goals, it also helps to further emphasize their vision for sustainability.
Interior LED Lighting
Exterior LED Lighting
The EnergyWise LED lighting will achieve greater than 70% electric savings over the standard fixtures and bulbs that were originally specified in the plans. The interior and exterior of the store will enjoy much better lighting, providing an inviting and secure environment for Burger Kings’ Lewisburg, Tennessee patrons to visit and enjoy a Whopper and fries.
EnergyWise Uncovers Building Performance Issues at FBI Building, Saving Thousands on Electricity Each Month
| Client: | Larry Blumberg and Associates |
| Project Name: | FBI Building |
| Location: | Baton Rouge, Louisiana |
| Building Details: | 14,857 sq. ft. LEED Silver Certified Commercial Office Building |
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Larry Blumberg & Associates operates over 16 government office buildings, 68 hotels, and 2 restaurants across the U.S. This commercial building was built to the United States Green Building Council’s LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Silver Certification standards for the intended use by the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Field Office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Property Manager Larry Johnston of Blumberg & Associates describes the problem, “I contacted Energy Wise because our electric bills were double what they were projected to be based on the energy model incorporated by our original design and construction team and we believed an extensive commercial energy audit and energy monitoring were necessary.”
The building is managed and operational costs are paid by Larry Blumberg & Associates. The building was LEED certified and had a full energy model performed for LEED credit by a 3rd party.
Building was modeled to consume 11,000 kWh/month (which is approximately 27% less than the average commercial building built in 2012). The actual energy consumption (during the three month period of May, June and July of 2012) averaged 50,240 kWh/month EnergyWise was called upon to do a thorough commercial energy audit, help pinpoint the problem, and find a solution.
The property manager expected total monthly electrical bills to hover around $1,500 per month and was faced with bills exceeding $4,000 per month after opening the facility.
Mr. Johnston stated, “Jennifer and Scott at EnergyWise conducted their commercial energy audit and through the use of data loggers determined the high usage was coming from two electrical panels. The two electrical panels only had HVAC units on them so based on the information provided by Energy Wise we were able to go back to the contractor that installed the systems and prove to them something was wrong. After some adjustments to the systems, our energy usage was cut in half to the levels the energy modeling was projecting. Thanks Jennifer and Scott!”
This proves the value of an extensive commercial energy audit and monitoring by trained and certified professional energy auditors like Jennifer Waddick at EnergyWise when electrical consumption is excessive. Many times problems can be uncovered, saving wasted energy and hundreds, or as it was in this case, thousands of dollars each month.
