The Wilderness Shop Eco Lighting Case Study
Above and Beyond Expectations!
Case Study Key Findings
- A 60.7% reduction in electricity for lighting.
- A saving of over $4,240each year on electricity.
- A reduction of 34 tonnes of CO² emissions per year.
- On top of that, there are savings of $1,499 each year in maintenance costs.
- A return on investment in two years and one month.
- Total cost of retrofit: $12,030.
About The Wilderness Shop
For over 25 years, the Wilderness Shop has long been meeting the needs of Victorian bush walkers, cross country skiers and rock climbers. The Wilderness Shop, located at 969 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill, offers specialised service from experienced staff and quality equipment at competitive prices.
Before the Eco Lighting Retrofit
Prior to the eco lighting retrofit, the Wilderness Shop’s annual electricity bill for lighting was $6,985. The light globes were so inefficient that the staff at the Wilderness Shop were often reticent to fully utilise the lights because of the high electricity cost.
After the Eco Lighting Retrofit
After conducting a systematic lighting audit, the energy consumption for lighting at the Wilderness Shop was reduced by 60.7%.

Mims Boutique Eco Lighting Case Study
Mims Boutique – the leading light in fashion!
Case Study Key Findings
- A 38% reduction in electricity for lighting.
- A saving of over $387each year on electricity.
- A reduction of 3.1 tonnes of CO² emissions per year.
- On top of that, there are savings of $180 each year in maintenance costs.
- A return on investment in just under two years.
- Total cost of the retrofit was $997.
About Mims Boutique
Mims Boutique located at 138A Burgundy Street, Heidelberg has a range of designer clothes, jewellery and bags.
Before the Eco Lighting Retrofit
Prior to the eco lighting retrofit, Mims Boutique’s annual electricity bill for lighting was $1,020
After the Eco Lighting Retrofit
After conducting a systematic lighting audit, the energy consumption for lighting at Mims Boutique was reduced by 38%.

Pet Art Eco Lighting Case Study
Clean cut Dogs and Clear cut Lighting!
Case Study Key Findings
- A 48% reduction in electricity for lighting.
- A saving of over $563each year on electricity.
- A reduction of 4.6 tonnes of CO² emissions per year.
- On top of that, there are savings of $110 each year in maintenance costs.
- A return on investment in two years and four months.
- Total cost of the retrofit was $1,600.
About Pet Art
Pet Art, an animal retail and animal grooming business, is located at 78 Scotchmer Street, Fitzroy. Pet Art is a shop for locals to purchase retail items for their four legged family members. Pet Art also offers pet grooming.
Before the Eco Lighting Retrofit
Prior to the eco lighting retrofit, Pet Art’s annual electricity bill for lighting was $1,168.
After the Eco Lighting Retrofit
After conducting a systematic lighting audit, the energy consumption for lighting at Pet Art was reduced by 48%.

Sight ‘N’ Sound Northcote Eco Lighting Case Study
Light ‘N’ Loud
Case Study Key Findings
· A79.7% reduction in electricity for lighting.
· A saving of over $586each year on electricity.
· A reduction of 36.2 tonnes of CO² emissions per year.
· On top of that, there are savings of $180 each year in maintenance costs.
· A return on investment in seven and a half years.
· Total retrofit costs: $5,750
About Sight ‘N’ Sound Northcote
Sight ‘N’ Sound Northcote is located at Shop 20 Northcote Plaza Shopping Centre, Northcote. The business specialises in customised audio-visual projects for commercial venues and private homes. Sight ‘N’ Sound Northcote has access to a wide range of top quality products from the world's leading manufacturers. Sight `N` Sound provides the following products and services: Audio Equipment, Home Theatre, Video Equipment and Antennas.
Before the Eco Lighting Retrofit
Prior to the eco lighting retrofit, Sight N Sound’s annual electricity bill for lighting was $735.
After the Eco Lighting Retrofit
After conducting a systematic lighting audit, the energy consumption for lighting at Sight N Sound was reduced by 79.7%.
Small Space Jewellery Eco Lighting Case Study
Hand Crafted Jewells in Modern Light
Case Study Key Findings
· A 59.4% reduction in electricity for lighting.
· A saving of over $432.5each year on electricity.
· A reduction of 3.5 tonnes of CO² emissions per year.
· On top of that, there are savings of $249.4 each year in maintenance costs.
· A return on investment just under four years.
· Total cost of retrofit: $2,594.
About Small Space Jewellery
Small Space Jewellery is an intimate encounter of the contemporary kind. The business was established in 2000 by Robyn Wernicke, a jeweller and designer with over 25 years experience. Small Space Jewellery, located at 365A Street Georges Road, North Fitzroy, specialises in hand made contemporary pieces with an eye for design. Small Space Jewellery specialises in all forms of repair work remodelling of existing jewellery and hand making one off individual pieces for a discerning clientele that actively seeks out the hand made.
Before the Eco Lighting Retrofit
Prior to the eco lighting retrofit, Small Space Jewellery’s annual electricity bill for lighting was $728.16.
After the Eco Lighting Retrofit
After conducting a systematic lighting audit, the energy consumption for lighting at Small Space Jewellery was reduced by 59.4%.

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