FindtherightLEDsolutionsforyourbusiness.pdfVIP

Linear LED Buyer’s Guide Find the right LED solutions for your business I What’s inside Who should read this Business owners, facility managers, building operators and lighting contractors About linear LEDs Advantages, what to watch out for and how to work with a contractor Replacement options Linear LED replacement lamps, retrofit kits and dedicated luminaires Factors to consider when upgrading Key system factors, different lighting components and lighting system types PGE offers Financing, incentives and rebate programs Resources Introduction Out with the old In with the new linear LEDs Fluorescent lighting has been a “go-to” technology in commercial and industrial facilities for years because it provides quality light output, durability and good energy efficiency. However, linear light-emitting diode (LED) technology—like LED technology in general—is getting more attention now because it has the potential to offer even greater energy efficiency and improved light quality with a longer lifespan and better control. Modern linear LED lighting solutions are available for places where fluorescent lights now prevail, including office spaces, classrooms, health care facilities, retail space and more. Our goal at Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PGE) is to help everyone become more knowledgeable about these options so that we can work together to safely maximize the cost and energy efficiency of any lighting upgrade project—from business owners to facility managers to licensed lighting contractors. This guide highlights the main advantages of linear LEDs over fluorescent lighting, outlines the main types of linear LED retrofit products and offers guidance on which key variables and factors to consider when deciding on an LED upgrade fo