Carparks

Waverley Council takes significant steps towards enhancing sustainability and energy efficiency within the community. Waverley counsel identified its Eastgate Carpark located in Bondi junction as a candidate to upgrade as it had inefficient fluorescent lighting. Lowa Lighting Partnered with Waverley council to improve it facility and greatly reduce costs.

Objectives

• Enhanced Safety and Security: Improve visibility to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.

• Energy Efficiency: Reduce energy consumption by using LED lights or other energy-efficient technology

• Compliance with Regulations: Ensure lighting meets local government and industry standards for carpark illumination

• Durability and Maintenance: lighting systems that require minimal maintenance, thus reducing long-term costs

Implementation Plan

1. Project Planning and Preparation

• Conduct a detailed site survey to map out the current lighting setup and identify areas requiring additional lighting.

• Develop a comprehensive project plan including timelines, resource allocation, and safety protocols.

• Develop a safety plan in compliance with local regulations and conduct a safety briefing for all personnel involved in the installation.

1. Nighttime Installation

• Establish a night shift schedule from 10 PM to 5 AM to avoid peak usage times and minimise disruptions.

• Implement a phased installation approach, working on one level at a time to ensure parts of the carpark remain operational.

Conclusion

The upgrade of the Eastgate Carpark lighting system from fluorescent to LED is a sound investment that will deliver significant financial, environmental, and operational benefits. The project will pay for itself off with in 1 year and has  long-term cost savings while enhancing the safety and customer experience in the car park.