Lighting system upgrade which may include rewiring, alterations to controls and fitting of low energy light fittings

Monitoring & feedback recommended: Yes

ADVANTAGES

Increases efficiency of lighting and avoids waste of lighting energy by controls that switch off in unoccupied areas. Promotes use of daylight.

CONCERNS & ACTIONS

TECHNICAL (5)

Handover to user/s
Maintenance interval and complexity
Complex operation
Personal preference
Personal capacity/Right opportunity

HERITAGE (3)

Original internal detail lost
Detail for Access to services
Listed building consent

ENERGY (1)

User understanding

RELATED MEASURES

FABRIC (5)

Loft insulation
Rafter insulation
Flat roof insulation
Room in roof insulation
Loft hatch and ceiling airtightness

SERVICES (3)

Small wind generation
Photovoltaics
Hydropower generation

BEHAVIOUR (3)

User interfaces for usability
Provision of simple and clear information
Improving User interest and involvement

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CASE STUDIES (2)

Wells O Wearie Cottage

Thermal upgrades to Walls, Roof, Floors and Glazing
Roger Curtis

10 Hampton Road

Conversion of methodist chapel
Isabel Carmona