The Efficiency Maine Lighting Guide provides technical information regarding the various lighting measures that qualify for incentives under the Efficiency Maine Business Program. In addition, basic lighting information and assistance is provided for a variety of lighting technologies and space types. This document is not intended to replace the assistance provided by lighting dealers, designers, or the Efficiency Maine staff, and program participants are encouraged to seek additional lighting assistance.
For lighting projects and technologies that are not covered in this document, please contact Efficiency Maine at 1-866-376-2463 to learn about custom lighting opportunities.
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Linear fluorescent lamps are the dominant type of lighting currently used in business applications. Recent advances
in fluorescent lamps and electronic ballasts have created the opportunity for significant energy savings
when replacing any prior generation of fluorescent lighting.
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Compact fluorescent lighting is an efficient replacement, or substitute, for incandescent lighting.
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With the recent improvements in the performance of fluorescent lighting, high intensity fluorescent (HIF) lighting
for industrial and athletic facilities has become a viable option.
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Because of limited operating hours, Efficiency Maine does not typically provide incentives for emergency
lighting. The one exception is for emergency exit signs that are continuously illuminated.
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The simplest and often most effective way to save energy on lighting, is by turning lights off. Automatic lighting
controls offer an inexpensive, effective way to minimize lighting costs, by turning unneeded lights off, or in
some cases, dimming lights.
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Occupancy sensors, also known as motion sensors, offer an inexpensive and effective means of reducing energy
costs by turning off lights when rooms or areas are unoccupied.
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Lighting is typically the largest energy user in commercial and educational buildings. Technological advancements
and lighting design techniques provide a range of options for improving lighting in commercial and
educational spaces.
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Cash incentives from the Efficiency Maine Business Program are just one reason to upgrade the efficiency of
the lighting in your industrial facility. Technological advancements and lighting design techniques provide a
range of options for lighting in industrial settings.
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