Think Green & Switch to Whiter LED lights

Since 2002 we've recognised that LED (light emitting diodes) lighting is much more efficient, longer lasting and produces significantly lower levels of C02 than traditional incandescent bulbs.

With lighting accounting for a significant portion of the average electricity bill, this is an important area to address when making energy saving choices. Recent innovations in LED technology have created lighting products that can be used as DIRECT REPLACEMENTS for old style incandescent, conventional fluorescent and halogen lamps, at high street prices. Replacements that:

• Produce a better quality of light
• Are more efficient and produce less C02 than incandescent bulbs
• Are more economical to run and will save you money
• Are virtually immune to shock damage saving you money on maintenance and replacement costs
• Last much longer than traditional bulbs saving you money on replacement costs
• Remain cool so there is no excessive heat build up, which can influence air conditioning costs and pose a potential fire hazard
• No Disposal costs 100% recyclable
• No hazardous materials used (Mercury)

Working closely with leading manufacturers and electronic designers in the Far East and the USA we are at the forefront in the supply of environmentally friendly, low power usage, long life LED bulbs and lamps. Our rugged LED bulbs last 50 to 60,000 hours on average (compared to just 10,000 hrs for traditional fluorescent lamps) which greatly reduces replacement costs.

At Criteria Workspace Solutions we take pride in being known as a leading supplier of innovative incandescent, conventional fluorescent and halogen replacement lamps. All our products are ROHS compliant which helps the recycling process and we strive to provide a service that exceeds our customer's expectations.

As you know, energy conservation has become a way of life in the 21st century and as recent reports stat all retailers by law must cease selling all traditional incandescent bulbs by year 2011 so we at Criteria Workspace can offer you a chance to do your bit for the environment whilst making significant cost savings at the same time. See our product range above and do not hesitate to contact us for more details. The aim is to save up to five million tons of carbon dioxide a year by 2012 from electricity generation.

ECA Scheme

Give yourself a break - investing in energy-saving equipment does more than just save your business money, it’s often more tax efficient. Under the Enhanced Capital Allowances (ECA) scheme, you can claim an ‘enhanced’ 100% capital allowance on qualifying investments in equipment in the first tax year (Normal capital allowances on plant and machinery are 25% a year on a reducing balance basis). So the scheme boosts cash flow and shortens the payback period.

How does it Work?

The ECA scheme applies to a wide range of technologies and equipment - from boilers and refrigeration to lighting and heat exchangers. A list of eligible equipment is available from the ECA website. Once you’ve made a qualifying investment, you claim the allowance on your income tax or corporation tax return. The more you invest, the more you save - so if you invested £10,000, an ECA would reduce your tax bill by£3,000. Under normal capital allowances, you would only be able to reduce your tax bill by £750 in the same period. So you save four times as much. And that doesn’t include the saving you make on your energy use with the new equipment.

Energy Efficiency Loans

Energy-Efficiency Loans from the Carbon Trust are a cost effective way to replace or upgrade your existing equipment with a more energy efficient version. Being more energy efficient makes sound economic sense because using less energy lowers operating costs. From an environmental perspective, it’s an effective way for business to cut carbon emissions and, in turn, combat climate change. Small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in England and Scotland, or all businesses in Wales* that have been trading for at least 12 months, could borrow from £5,000 to £100,000. It is unsecured, interest free and repayable over a period of up to 4 years. There are no arrangement fees and applying is straightforward.
However, all businesses based in Northern Ireland* that have been trading for at least 12 months may be eligible to apply for an unsecured interest free loan of up to £200,000. *Subject to eligibility. Regional variations apply. It pays for itself in no time! To find out if you are eligible, complete the online Eligibility Checklist by visiting www.carbontrust.co.uk