LED Lighting Survey


components specialist. A third of respondents say energy savings are the biggest influencer when it comes to buying an LED light but upfront costs remain a barrier to purchasing. The survey revealed that the benefit of these energy savings is of


greater concern than luminosity (21%) and colour (9%). The findings also show that energy efficiency is the most important


factor for a quarter of Brits when buying any lamp, as consumers seek the long-term cost savings on offer versus conventional bulbs. Efficiency is of particular concern to over 35s, with 37% of over 55s


saying it influences their choice of lighting. Design with a wide range of lighting options (23%) is the second most important factor for Brits. Price only ranked the third most important purchasing factor overall. This shows consumers are becoming more concerned with qualitative aspects such as energy savings and design when choosing lamps. Consumer needs have shifted as they look for ways to become as energy efficient as possible instead of being primarily influenced by upfront pricing. Some 73% of UK consumers are already reaping the benefits of using LED lamps in their home, with 17% of respondents having already switched to LED lights completely.


EIC Update Working together


to make a difference By Tessa Ogle, Managing Director of the Electrical Industries Charity


P


ractical support can go a long way in helping people in the electrical industry in challenging situations


and could significantly improve someone’s quality of life. The Electrical Industries Charity launched the


Practical Participation Programme with the aim to provide this support by getting companies involved and dedicating their time, skills, equipment and materials to support those in desperate need of a helping hand. Once you sign up to be part of the


Programme, the Charity will approach you on an as and when needed basis to ask for your assistance. There are many different ways where you can


get involved and make a significant difference in someone’s lives. For example, the Electrical Industries Charity has recently launched its new Challenge for a Cause campaign which aims to bring the industry together to help transform


22 | electrical wholesaler August 2017


the lives of the Dickinson family. Through its Challenge for a Cause the Charity


plans to raise £250,000 to purchase a house and through its Practical Participation Programme, work with industry partners to carry out any renovation work which is required to safeguard the future of Caz and her family. Companies and individuals can get together


to help. One opportunity is to embark on the Arctic Adventure which takes place on 8-12 March 2018, where you will have an opportunity to experience cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and husky-sledding while helping the Charity to raise £250,000. The Arctic Adventure is not the only way


where you can volunteer your time and skills to help make a difference. You can help to build a house for the Dickinson family and make a long-lasting donation by sponsoring a brick at a time. This unique opportunity will see your name/company name engraved on each brick


that you sponsor with the Charity’s ‘Raise the Roof’ campaign. Or you can join the Charity on the 80-day


virtual travel around the world, where you can choose your personal goal for the distance that you would like to achieve. Your distance can be achieved in any way you like, including jogging, walking or cycling. All you need to do is log your journey on the


Charity’s world walking app which will then be added to the Charity’s 80-day challenge. The Charity aims to raise £1 for each mile achieved which will go towards transforming the lives of those in need. No matter how big or small your


participation is, your involvement could make an immense impact on someone’s life and help your fellow colleagues look forward to the future.


www.electricalcharity.org www.ewnews.co.uk


A thirdof Brits choose LED lighting to save energy L


ED lights have become a viable option for UK households wanting to make energy and cost savings, reveals a new survey by reichelt elektronik, the electronics and


Over a quarter of Brits (28%) already use LED lighting in more than half of their household and 29% have converted a few lamps (less than half) to LEDs. However, costs are still cited as the biggest barrier to switching to LED lighting with 27% finding it expensive to do so.


Page 1  |  Page 2  |  Page 3  |  Page 4  |  Page 5  |  Page 6  |  Page 7  |  Page 8  |  Page 9  |  Page 10  |  Page 11  |  Page 12  |  Page 13  |  Page 14  |  Page 15  |  Page 16  |  Page 17  |  Page 18  |  Page 19  |  Page 20  |  Page 21  |  Page 22  |  Page 23  |  Page 24  |  Page 25  |  Page 26  |  Page 27  |  Page 28  |  Page 29  |  Page 30  |  Page 31  |  Page 32  |  Page 33  |  Page 34  |  Page 35  |  Page 36  |  Page 37  |  Page 38  |  Page 39  |  Page 40  |  Page 41  |  Page 42  |  Page 43  |  Page 44  |  Page 45  |  Page 46  |  Page 47  |  Page 48  |  Page 49  |  Page 50  |  Page 51  |  Page 52