As part of a multi-step process to phase out T12 lamps the US Department of Energy will prohibit them from being manufactured as of July 1st. That’s only 6 month away. If you have a facility full of T12 lamps – what are you going to do?

Prices for T12 lamps are expected to spike as supplies dwindle. Eventually you will have to make the switch to a different system (like T8 or T5) or you’ll be working in the dark. The news isn’t all bad. There is an ROI if you make the switch. According to the Energy Cost Savings Council the average savings when you switch to energy efficient lighting is 45% (a 1 to 3 year payback). In addition there is Federal assistance available (as part of the Energy Policy Act of 2005) that can give you a tax deduction, which can help you write off part of the cost of your lighting upgrade.

It gets even better. Several states and utility companies have financial incentive programs to help you further offset the cost of making the switch. But these incentives won’t last forever so the longer you wait to upgrade the less incentive money will be available to you. The clock is ticking. So call us and we can help you make the switch. To give you an idea of your potential savings you can check out our Energy Efficiency Savings Calculator here: www.thatsnew.com/services/energy-efficiency/