Chandler Regional Medical Hospital: Interior and Exterior LED Retrofit with Integrated Dimming Occupancy Sensors

Chandler Regional Medical Hospital, a prominent healthcare facility in Phoenix, AZ, partnered with Earth Savers to implement a comprehensive LED retrofit. This project involved upgrading interior and exterior lighting systems with advanced LED fixtures integrated with dimming and occupancy sensors. This initiative is part of the hospital’s commitment to enhancing energy efficiency, reducing operational costs, and improving the overall environment for patients and staff.

Benefits of the LED Retrofit with Integrated Dimming and Occupancy Sensors

Switching to LED lighting with built-in dimming and occupancy sensors offers several benefits. LEDs are known for their long lifespan, lasting much longer than traditional incandescent and fluorescent bulbs. This extended lifespan reduces maintenance costs and the need for frequent replacements, which is essential for a large healthcare facility like Chandler Regional Medical Hospital.

LEDs also offer superior energy efficiency, using up to 70% less energy than traditional lighting solutions. This efficiency leads to significant cost savings and a notable decrease in the hospital’s carbon footprint. Integrating dimming and occupancy sensors further optimizes energy usage by adjusting lighting based on occupancy, ensuring that lights are only used when necessary.

Project Specifics: Enhancing Efficiency and Safety

Earth Savers installed LED lighting systems throughout the hospital’s interior and exterior areas for this project. The retrofit included replacing existing CFL lamps in restrooms, elevators, and decorative areas with LED plug-in lamps, reducing fixture wattage from 13W to 7W. Troffer fixtures throughout the facility were upgraded to programmable LED troffers with integrated dimming sensors, illuminating the fixtures when areas are occupied and dim them when unoccupied. This upgrade is estimated to provide a 40% increase in energy savings, resulting in significant annual cost reductions.

Supporting Sustainability and Operational Goals

This retrofit project supports Chandler Regional Medical Hospital’s internal sustainability initiatives and ensures compliance with recent energy efficiency legislation. The hospital is ahead of regulatory requirements by upgrading to LED lighting and integrating smart occupancy sensors and showcasing its commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship. The project also enhances the hospital environment by providing better lighting quality, which is crucial for patient care and staff productivity.

Conclusion

The Chandler Regional Medical Hospital Interior and Exterior LED Retrofit project underscores the facility’s dedication to energy efficiency and sustainability. By partnering with Earth Savers for this upgrade, the hospital benefits from reduced energy costs, improved lighting quality, and enhanced operational efficiency. If you are considering a similar upgrade, contact Earth Savers to learn how we can help your organization achieve its energy efficiency goals.