The Company Air Products is a leading international supplier of various types of

gases, performance materials, equipment and services for the

industrial, energy, technology and healthcare industries. The

company, headquartered in Trexlertown, PA, is the largest supplier of

hydrogen and helium worldwide. They are recognized for their

innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety

and the environment.

The Challenge Air Products contacted SmartWatt Energy to conduct a full-building

audit of all lighting systems throughout their facility located in

Wilkes-Barre, PA for potential energy-savings upgrades. The

company’s goals were to dramatically improve the quality and

quantity of light for employees, save money on energy costs, and

reduce their environmental impact.

Smart SavingsIn addition to improved conditions, Air Products will enjoy the

following realized energy savings from this lighting upgrade project:

• Annual Energy Savings: $75,107

• Annual Displaced Energy: 751,067 kWh

• Utility Incentive: $68,012

EPAct 2005 Tax Deduction: $286,584

Green Impact This project has led to the equivalent reduction of 1,126,601 pounds

of carbon dioxide, removing pollutants from the air and having the

same effect on the environment as:

Air Productslighting energy savings

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Replacement of T-12 �uorescent lighting �xtures throughout loading docks, of�ce space and locker,

storage, maintenance, inspection and clean rooms with high-ef�ciency T-8 �uorescent lighting �xtures helped Air Products reduce lighting-related energy consumption by 65% at their Wilkes-Barre, PA facility

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Planting 165 Acres of Trees

Saving 59,408 Gallons of Gas

Removing 110 Cars from the Road][Source: EPA

Above: Air Products manufacturing facility