Shining a light on savings
It all begins with an idea.
Horse Shoe Bend Middle, Elementary and High school covered in snow
At West Ridge Energy, we're passionate about helping our clients achieve energy efficiency and significant cost savings. One of our recent success stories involves the Horseshoe Bend School District, where we transformed their lighting system using the Idaho Power lighting rebate program. This project has not only illuminated their facilities but also paved the way for substantial financial and educational benefits.
Why LED Lighting Was the Bright Choice: The Horseshoe Bend School District was dealing with outdated, inefficient fluorescent lighting. These systems were not only consuming excessive energy but also required frequent maintenance to replace burned-out bulbs. Recognizing the potential for improvement, we partnered with the district to explore a comprehensive LED upgrade.Thanks to Idaho Power's generous lighting rebate program, making the switch to LED was more accessible and affordable than ever. This program provides financial incentives to businesses and organizations that install energy-efficient lighting, making it a win-win for everyone.
Key Highlights and Benefits:
Significant Cost Savings: The LED upgrade is projected to save the Horseshoe Bend School District over $10,000 annually in energy costs. These savings can be reinvested into educational programs and other essential resources.
Reduced Maintenance: With LEDs, the days of constantly replacing fluorescents are over. LED lighting has a much longer lifespan, which drastically reduces maintenance requirements and associated costs.
Enhanced Learning Environment: We installed smart lights that can be tuned to meet the specific needs of each space. These adaptable lighting systems can improve student productivity and create a more comfortable and engaging learning environment. By adjusting the light intensity and color temperature, we can optimize each classroom for various activities, whether it's focused study or group discussions.
Idaho Power Partnership: Working with Idaho Power's lighting rebate program was seamless. Their support and incentives made the project financially viable and straightforward. We highly recommend this program to any organization looking to upgrade their lighting systems and reduce their energy footprint.