Sustainability

Thirty new energy-efficient light-emitting diode (LED) fixtures are now brightening the Siena campus. 

The retrofit of the outdoor lights, completed ahead of schedule, is the first energy-saving and and cost-saving project paid for by proceeds from the College’s new Green Revolving Fund (GRF).

“LED lighting offers a great potential for the College to reduce energy use,” said Rich Tortorici, director of facilities management operations. “We’re pleased that our team was able to make Siena’s first GRF project a reality in time for the new academic year.”

The technology has numerous other benefits: reduced carbon dioxide emissions, lower energy consumption, reduced maintenance and generally higher efficiency. LED lights also have low heat generation and an optimized beam pattern.

For more detail on the new fixtures’ cost and technology, click here.