Energy Saving Technologies
The Solar Energy Management team provides commercial and residential clients with an energy saving analysis of your structure. We offer each client a Path to Zero Energy TM. This process we learned from our experience with designing and building the four zero energy homes being built with Zero Energy America. Once we have your energy footprint, then we provide you with a step by step Path to Zero EnergyTM.
Solar Energy Rejection Impact Windows
- Heating and Cooling Season Savings-Lower your energy costs by up to 40%
Low-E coatings, gas-fills, and insulating spacers and frames result in a lower U-factor, meaning less winter heat loss and reduced solar heat gain. - Improved Daylight and View
Many low-E coatings can reduce solar heat gain and glare significantly with a minimal loss of visible light. - Improved Comfort
With a low U-factor, window temperatures are more moderate and
there are fewer cold drafts. With a lower solar heat gain coefficient, (SHGC), there is less discomfort from the summer sun. - Less Condensation
Frame, spacer and glazing materials that resist heat conduction do not become as cold and this results in less condensation. - Reduced Fading
High performance windows can filter out up to 99% of the UV light that enters your home, which causes fading of fabrics and furnishings. - Lower Mechanical Equipment Costs
Using windows that reduce solar heat gain (low SHGC) may allow for smaller, less expensive cooling equipment. Windows with a very low U-factor may ensure winter comfort. - Hurricane Protection
Impact-Resistant Windows provide protection from hurricane-force winds and flying debris. In addition they provide security against thieves and intruders. - Noise Reduction
High performance windows offer a significant reduction in outdoor noise.
Solar Energy Rejection Window Film
- Reduce the heat induction into your building by 83%
- Add LEED Points
- Reduces loss mitigation which can lower insurance costs
- Short timeline for return on investment
- Withstands wind pressures up to 200 miles per hour
- Utilize power company incentives
A Solar Energy Management representative will do a site evaluation of your structure to utilize the proper window technology. For instance, installing specialized window film is a low cost way to save energy, reduce CO2 emissions and help curb rising energy costs. Solar Energy Management specialized films block up to 83% of the sun’s heat. Incentives are available to make the return on investment a short timeline.
Lighting Controls and Daylight Harvesting Savings
Our team with 26 years combined experience can handle any of yourhome, office and warehouse lighting needs. From evaluating your existing facilities or when opening a new one, Solar Energy Management will help you implement a lighting strategy which will optimize your company's productivity and enhance its image, while improving the environment.
Lighting Controls-Auto-dimming
Because lighting is a critical building system, the performance of the light control system must be exceptional. SEM provides both our residential and commercial clients with the Lutron-exclusive RF technologies Maestro Wireless System tm. Clear Connect is a proprietary wireless protocol, so interference from other devise is nearly impossible. And because each control is uniquely addressed, the risk of interference from other sensors is eliminated. With Clear Connect, the sensors communicate flawlessly, every time.
Auto dimming reduces energy costs by reducing the input power to the lighting system and harvesting natural sunlight. The results are long term reductions in maintenance time and expenditures while increasing overall efficiency with savings up to 30% on your overall electrical costs.
- Reduced Electrical Usage
- Reduced Heat Output
- Decreased Air Conditioning Costs
- Improved Color Rendering
- Increased Production
- Reduced Glare
- Reduced Migraines and Headaches
- Reduced Eye Strain
CFL Lighting
We use Aurora CFL or Compact Fluorescent Lighting. Aurora has created the ultimate CFL bulb which has a long lasting lifetime and balanced color output. Aurora CFL bulbs are made to withstand higher heat temperatures in recessed cans and therefore have longer life cycles. Their lighting output offers more aesthetically pleasing lighting color tone. Further, the mercury is encapsulated to ensure protection of the environment long term. No other lighting manufacturer offers this.
Key Benefits and Features
- Cost Effective Replacement
- 10,000 Hrs Bulb life
- Only dimmable CFL on the Market
- Consistent Color
- Elegant Design
- Lower Heat Output
- Liquid Mercury Free
- Suitable for Recessed Can Lighting
- Low Running Costs
- Uses about 75% less energy than standard incandescent bulbs and lasts up to 10 times longer
LED Lighting Benefits
Solar Energy Management provides LED lighting to our clients that provides consistent color and output from our LED fixtures. We will assist you in giving you an exact return on investment timeline, along with carbon reduction data.
- Lights instantly
- Can be easily dimmed
- Silent operation
- Low-voltage power supply (increased safety)
Day Light Harvesting
Day light harvesting puts to use our most abundant natural resource – light from above. Day light harvesting dramatically lowers the need to utilize electric lights, and therefore dramatically reduces your energy costs and carbon footprint. Solar Energy Management is proud to offer the world leaders in energy efficient windows, skylights and roof windows. Energy efficient, impact resistant windows are 40% more energy efficient can save you on energy costs. High quality, energy efficient windows and skylights are an important part of building today's green friendly homes and buildings. The effect that natural light has on you physically, emotionally and psychologically is well documented.
Auto Light Shading
In addition to managing daylight harvesting, regulating the amount of daylight that enters a space is an important aspect of light control. By using shades in conjunction with dimmers, SEM can create for our clients the perfect balance between the two sources of light to save energy and create an inviting environment. Dimming modifies the quantity of electric lights, which in turn are complimented by the proper shade fabric and control that filters daylight. Together they save energy while providing the right amount of light for specific tasks or situations.
HVAC
Approximately 40%-60% of your energy costs are caused by your HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) system. So it makes sense that if you can reduce your HVAC energy expenditures, you'll increase the money that remains in your pocket.
Fortunately, energy is a controllable cost that we can help you with.
A high performance energy efficient building utilizes state of the art HVAC technologies. It is a building that, through the application of knowledge and technology, becomes an asset for your business. These buildings increase productivity by creating a healthy and comfortable indoor environment for the people within the building. At the same time, a high performance building lowers your total cost of ownership.
The Solar Energy Management team will evaluate and help you upgrade your HVAC system to take advantage of state/federal rebate incentives.
Solar Energy Management is well educated about the very latest ENERGY STAR® appliances and green initiatives in the energy industry. So whether it's boilers, water heaters, air conditioners or any other device or product, we're able to get you upgraded to the very best in energy efficient, money saving equipment. We can advise you on what's right for your home, and supply you with all quality makes and models.
Solar Attic Vents
Minimizing attic temperatures will increase the overall efficiency of your attic insulation and reduce the amount of heat transferred into your home. The result is a more comfortable home which requires less energy to cool.
- Reduces cooling costs by minimizing heat load on air conditioning equipment
- Lowers attic temperatures resulting in a more comfortable home
- Works to eliminate mold and humidity by actively removing moisture build up
- Environmentally friendly solar-powered design, without need for electricity
Insulation
Proper insulation allows your home to retain heat and maintain temperature. Heat flows naturally from a warmer to a cooler space. So in the winter, heat moves from your warm interior rooms into the attic, basement and outdoors. We will recommend what kind and quantity of insulation you need for your family’s comfort and for energy efficiency
Electric Car Charging Stations
Solar Energy Management provides both commercial property owners and municipalities with electric charge stations from GE, the GE WattStationTM.
Electricity will fuel the vehicles of tomorrow. For every 10,000 gas-powered car users that switch to electric vehicles, CO2 emissions would be reduced by 33,000 metric tons per year-equivalent to the annual CO2 emissions of 6,500 traditional cars on U.S. roads. The GE WattStation enables fast level 2 charging at home and on the road. GE’s electric vehicle charger, GE WattStation, is designed to significantly decrease the time needed for vehicle charging. WattStation decreases EV charging time from 12-18 hours to as little as 4-8 hours compared to standard charging, assuming a 24 kWh battery and a full-cycle charge.
Contact the Solar Energy Management team to start saving energy and money today. Call 888-948-4765
Solar Energy Management provides both commercial property owners and municipalities with electric charge stations from GE, the GE WattStationTM. We also offer a SEM Solar Car Charging Stations that allow your company to collect enough energy in a day to offset your electric cars and trucks needs. Thereby having “Carbon Neutral Vehicles”