Case Study: Once Upon a Child Lighting Improvements

Project Background

Al Dahlgren, a franchise owner of Once Upon a Child, a store that buys and sells children’s clothes and toys, struggled with high electricity bills and frequent fluorescent tube burnouts. These issues were costly and time- consuming, as Al was calling in electricians often to replace fluorescent ballasts at the store in Waite Park, MN. Al knew rebate options were available for upgrading to efficient LED lighting, but finding the right information for his business was a challenge. A call from a One-Stop Efficiency Shop lighting consultant was exactly what he needed to get on track for lighting upgrades.

Facility Assessment

The One-Stop lighting consultant conducted a free lighting assessment to determine the best LED options for the space. Al needed low maintenance lights that would match the aesthetic of the store. The lighting consultant created a customized report with recommendations, estimated payback periods, energy savings, and rebates to help Al make the best decision for his business.

Improvements

With guidance from the lighting consultant, Al replaced fluorescent ballasts with two different styles of 4’ LED tubes. These lights had a much longer life expectancy and were easier to maintain, allowing Al to do much of the maintenance himself. The new lights also improved the aesthetic throughout the store with whiter lighting in the shopping area and warmer lighting in the office.

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