Mount Saint Mary College Lighting Retrofit with Starco Lighting
Project
Mount Saint Mary College
Project Size
13,500 TLED Lamps
Products Used
Mount Saint Mary College Lighting Retrofit with Starco Lighting
Project Overview
In 2017, Mount Saint Mary College, located in Newburgh, New York, undertook a significant lighting upgrade project to improve energy efficiency and reduce maintenance costs across its campus. The college converted 13,500 fluorescent lamps to Starco’s TLED T8 lamps. The project was implemented in collaboration with Danforth, a trusted contractor, and was driven by the college’s commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency.
Background
Mount Saint Mary College, a higher education institution founded in 1959, serves thousands of students annually. Its campus features diverse facilities, including classrooms, laboratories, administrative offices, and common areas, all of which required reliable and energy-efficient lighting. With outdated fluorescent lighting contributing to high energy bills and frequent maintenance requirements, the college sought a long-term solution to address these challenges.
Solution
Starco Lighting provided 13,500 high-performance TLED T8 lamps that offered superior energy efficiency and a longer lifespan compared to traditional fluorescent tubes. These lamps were selected for their compatibility with the existing fixtures, ease of installation, and high-quality light output.
The retrofit project was executed by Danforth, a contractor with extensive experience in large-scale lighting installations. The installation process was completed seamlessly, with minimal disruption to the campus’s daily activities.
Results
1. Energy Efficiency: The TLED T8 lamps reduced 50% energy consumption significantly, contributing to lower utility bills and a reduced carbon footprint for the college.
2. Maintenance Savings: Over the past seven years, the installed lights have demonstrated exceptional reliability, with no reported issues. This has minimized maintenance efforts and costs for the facilities team.
3. Improved Lighting Quality: The upgraded lighting has enhanced visibility and comfort in classrooms, offices, and other spaces, positively impacting the campus environment.
Testimonial
Douglas Smith, Director of Facilities at Mount Saint Mary College, expressed his satisfaction with the results of the project:
“The quality of Starco Lighting’s TLED T8 lamps has exceeded our expectations. Over the past seven years, we have not encountered any issues, which speaks volumes about the durability and reliability of these products. This retrofit project has not only improved the quality of lighting on campus but also significantly reduced our maintenance and energy costs.”
Conclusion
The lighting retrofit at Mount Saint Mary College is a testament to the transformative impact of Starco’s energy-efficient solutions. By partnering with Danforth, the college successfully implemented a sustainable lighting solution that continues to deliver operational and financial benefits.
Starco Lighting remains committed to providing innovative and reliable lighting solutions tailored to the unique needs of educational institutions. For more information about our products and services, please visit our website or contact our team.