What if we use the old T-12 Fluorescent or (Yellow) high pressure sodium fixtures?
The same cost savings applies to the yellow high pressure sodium lighting. If you have the old T-12 fluorescent lighting with magnetic ballasts that have been around for 40 years, there is a good chance depending on the wattage of your lamps, you will save 40-50% and have dramatically improved lighting by allowing LSI to retrofit your fixtures. What is the EPAct tax deduction? The government provides an accelerated tax deduction of 60 cents/psf which can all be taken in the year your project is installed, providing LSI certifies you for EPAct. If you are in the typical 35% corporate tax rate structure, take your deduction amount x 35% to realize your “real cash” value of this deduction. Why don’t I just use my maintenance department to change out our fixtures? You can, HOWEVER we typically complete jobs in 2 days to 2 weeks, depending on the size of your facility. If you do this yourself, there are 3 HUGE disadvantages: • You cannot certify yourself for EPAct, therefore missing out on
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