Utica Saves Money with Fixtures

Installed in Utica, N.Y., EverLast???????(R)???? Induction Type III and Type V 70w Acorn Walkway Fixtures are a cost-effective retrofit for existing pole-mounted globe or acorn fixtures.
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City of Utica, N.Y. recently installed Energy-Efficient EverLast® Induction Acorn light fixtures. This was done in an effort to reduce energy consumption without taking away from the city's historic, architectural and cultural charm.

The city replaced a hundred 150w metal halide fixtures with 70w EverLast® Induction Vintage-Style Acorn Walkway light fixtures within Utica's Scenic and Historic Preservation District. The fixtures were purchased with an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

“In addition to aesthetics, the city chose EverLast Induction Lighting over all other brands and technologies because of the energy savings, U.S. components, 10-year warranty, and quality of light they produce,” said Michele Nizzi, energy advisor for Eastern Energy Solutions. “I was an LED representative for two years and no other lighting product or technology can compare.”

The fixtures come with a water-clear, non-yellowing acrylic lens for superior optics. EverLast® Induction Acorn light fixtures reduce energy costs by 50 to 70 percent and virtually eliminate maintenance costs by utilizing an induction lamp that is rated for 100,000 hours.

“The total kWh savings is 54 percent, which will result in approximately $5,049 saved annually simply by switching to EverLast induction acorn fixtures,” Nizzi stated. “The city and surrounding businesses are pleased by the color and quality of light produced by the new fixtures. The light distribution is greater and whiter than the previous metal halide fixtures.”

– Courtesy of Full Spectrum Solutions