Fluorescent lamp and tubes ban in September 2023
The government plans to start phasing out high-energy fluorescent light bulbs in September 2023.
The decision to phase out all mercury-containing light sources comes after a public comment process that closed in July 2021. The timing of this decision effectively means that the largest category of mercury-containing light sources, linear fluorescent lamps, will be banned by September 2023.
Plan and prepare early
As individual light sources are gradually banned, early planning is essential. It is worthwhile, both in terms of price and electricity costs, to switch to energy-efficient light sources at an early stage. Businesses can avoid rising costs by preparing the switch in good time.
If you have any concerns or worries about making the switch to LED, contact us and we can talk you through each step.
What lights can you use instead?
LED technology has come a long way over the years and is now able to meet the every day needs of end consumers regarding colour temperature, brightness and energy usage. There are huge benefits to be made by making the switch to LED:
Long Lifespan
Energy Efficient
Produces little CO2 compared to older light sources
High Brightness and Intensity
The Ability to Operate in Cold Conditions
No Heat or UV Emissions
No warm-up, instant light
Ability to Withstand Frequent Switching
Fast Return of Investment
Low Voltage Operation
Directional lighting
High Brightness and Intensity
Customisable colour temperatures and colours
Proven health benefits - decrease stress & anxiety, improves productivity
LED lights contain no mercury - safer for the environment and recycling.
The higher purchase costs of LED lights may seem daunting at first. However, the combination of a significantly longer service life and improved efficiency means that LED lighting pays for itself after a couple years, depending on the application.
The recent increases in energy costs are also helping to further reduce the length of payback. Recently, with our customers we’ve seen ROI’s (Return of Investments) go from 2.5 years to under 1 year with new energy contracts costs.
Something else to take full advantage of is the AIA, - The Annual Investment Allowance. This scheme allows UK businesses to deduct the full value of an item that qualifies for annual investment allowance (AIA) from your profits before tax. LED lighting is a qualified item.
The AIA amount has temporarily increased to £1 million between 1 January 2019 and 31 March 2023. You can read more on this here.
Low Energy Designs offer a range of LED lighting products for every indoor and outdoor application. We save our customers money, energy and carbon emissions.
Take a look at some of our case studies below.
