Overview A large state university with 10 dormitories (3,000 student rooms) was facing rising energy costs and sustainability goals. Dormitories consumed 8 million kWh annually at a cost of $800,000. Students frequently left lights and electronics on when leaving for…

Overview A 500,000 square foot distribution center in Illinois was operating 24/7 with all lights on continuously. The facility had 1,500 high-bay LED fixtures (200W each) consuming 300 kW continuously. Annual lighting energy cost was $250,000. The Challenge The warehouse…

Overview A tech-savvy homeowner in Texas was frustrated with high energy bills and manual light switches. His 2,500 sq ft home had 40 light fixtures, but lights were often left on in empty rooms. He decided to build a DIY…

Overview A 75,000 square foot public library in Oregon was facing budget cuts that threatened operating hours. The library’s energy bill was $85,000 annually, with lighting accounting for 60% of that. The building was open 70 hours per week, but…

Overview A 200-bed senior living facility in Florida was experiencing 15-20 fall-related incidents per month. Many falls occurred at night when residents got up to use the bathroom, and staff response times averaged 15-20 minutes. The facility needed a non-intrusive…

Overview A 200,000 square foot manufacturing plant in Ohio was spending $180,000 annually on lighting energy. The plant operated two shifts (6 AM to 10 PM) but many areas were only occupied intermittently. Forklift traffic was heavy in some zones…

Overview A regional retail chain with 25 stores specializing in home goods was struggling with staffing inefficiency. Store managers reported that busy periods were often understaffed, while slow periods had too many employees. The chain lacked accurate data on customer…

Overview A suburban school district with 25 elementary schools, 500 classrooms, and 10,000 students was facing budget cuts and rising energy costs. The district’s energy bill was $2.5 million annually, with schools consuming 60% of that during unoccupied hours (evenings,…

Overview A mid-sized hotel chain with 1,500 guest rooms across 10 properties was spending $2 million annually on energy costs. Guest rooms accounted for 60% of this total, with HVAC systems running 24/7 regardless of occupancy. The chain’s energy audit…

Overview A 50,000 square foot office building in Chicago, Illinois, was struggling with high energy costs from lighting and HVAC systems that operated on fixed schedules. The building was occupied from 8 AM to 6 PM weekdays, but many areas…