Use
Energy-Efficient Site Lighting & Controls
& Low-Pollution
Construction Equipment
Use
high-efficiency security lighting and motion sensor
controls on construction sites according to energy
conservation standards. Outdoor lighting should
average 65 lumens per watt, and designed so that
only lighting necessary for security, such as at
site gates and trailers, operates through the night
using light-sensitive controls. Control other site
security lighting using motion detectors.
Use
efficient work lighting, exceeding 40 lumens per
watt, such as T5 or T8 fluorescent lamps with electronic
ballasts and low mercury content for general work
area lighting. Metal halide lamps are one energy-efficient
choice for high-bay overhead installations, or high-pressure
sodium lamps if color rendition is not critical.
Minimize use of quartz/halogen and conventional
incandescent lamps; compact fluorescent lamps are
a better choice.
High-efficiency
lighting pays back quickly with reduced operation
and maintenance/replacement costs.
Use
low-emission construction equipment such as electric
compressors, hoists and forklifts. Use electric
vehicles or propane-powered engines where engines
are necessary.
Cautions
- Motion
detectors must be carefully placed and tested
for best security, and to avoid disturbing neighbors.
