As a global leader in real estate investment, development, and management, Hines is committed to sustainability and operational efficiency. At Hock Plaza, a 12-floor office building in Durham, NC, Hines sought to reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and enhance tenant experience through an LED lighting retrofit. Partnering with US LED, they replaced outdated fluorescent lighting with ultra-long-life LED solutions, improving efficiency while minimizing maintenance. This session will explore why LED retrofits are a smart investment for commercial real estate, covering Hines’ motivations, the retrofit process, and the measurable benefits achieved. Attendees will gain insights into energy savings, reduced carbon footprint, and long-term cost advantages, equipping them with actionable knowledge for their properties.
With this session, attendees will be able to:
1. Discover the key factors that led Hines to pursue an LED lighting retrofit at Hock Plaza and how sustainability goals influence real estate decisions.
2. Evaluate the energy and cost-saving benefits of upgrading from outdated fluorescent lighting to long-life LED solutions in commercial buildings.
3. Understand the step-by-step process of executing a large-scale LED lighting retrofit, from planning to installation.
4. Learn best practices for identifying and implementing LED lighting upgrades to improve efficiency, reduce maintenance, and enhance tenant satisfaction.
Solutions Showcase sessions feature an exhibitor, alongside their client, sharing how their product or service solved a problem.
