Book description
The ultimate guide to the retrofitting of lighting for greater
efficiency and performance
Retrofitting outdated energy-guzzling lighting components with green
energy-saving alternatives is a process that promotes sustainability
and offers significant benefits for businesses, contractors, and the
community at large. Not only can retrofitting improve the overall
quality and functionality of light, it also can make spaces safer,
easier and less costly to maintain, and more comfortable to inhabit.
From lighting technology to retrofit financial analysis, Lighting
Retrofit and Relighting evaluates the latest lighting system types,
then demonstrates how to apply them for the greatest functional and
cost-saving benefit. This book:
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Discusses the recent advances in lighting equipment and
retrofittable controls, for both interior and outdoor use
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Explains how to do a lighting audit to identify and evaluate
logical retrofit choices
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Includes case studies of retrofits, illustrating improvements
in the quality and efficacy of new lighting
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Demonstrates how cost savings realized over time can not only
pay for new equipment but produce a return on the investment
Lighting Retrofit and Relighting serves as an ideal reference
for students or professionals-whether they are energy auditors,
designers, installers, facilities managers, or manufacturers-by taking
a close look at the most current lighting technology illuminating
pathways toward a brighter future.
JAMES R. BENYA, PE, FIES, IALD, LC, is Principal
of Benya Lighting Design of West Linn, Oregon. He is a professional
lighting designer and consultant with more than thirty-five years of
experience. His design work has been published in numerous industry
magazines, and he has lectured extensively on the professional
conference circuit.
DONNA J. LEBAN, AIA, LC, is a licensed architect, professional
lighting designer, educator, and principal of Light/Space/Design in
Burlington, Vermont. She has many years of professional experience in
commercial and educational architecture, and as an efficiency expert,
writer, instructor, and demand-side management facilitator with a New
England electric utility.
