Hayleys Lighting educates public on saving electricity
Hayleys Lighting launched a booklet titled “Save Electricity, Save Money” which features tips on how to cut costs on electricity. The launch took place at a press conference held at Mihilaka Medura BMICH.
This booklet is a social responsible initiative to inculcate prudent electricity usage habits amongst the public. The booklet lists out ways in which daily routine work can be done smarter that would result in conservation of energy and savings.
The booklet was officially presented by Sarath Ganegoda, Managing Director - Hayleys Lighting and Director of Hayleys PLC. to Upali Daranagama Additional Secretary to the Ministry of Power and Energy who was the first recipient at the launch conference setting the stage for this educative initiative in building a sustainable and a greener future. The booklet was also handed over to M. S. Jayalath Senior Energy Consultant and Dr. Thusitha Sugathapala - Director General, Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority.
Keeping the electricity bill down whilst saving energy is the way forward and the future. Hence being aware of the most efficient ways to use electricity has great bearing on personal savings, lifestyles and a country’s future. “Many people are not aware of these simple but effective ways to save. When implemented the savings roll- in throughout the day from many tasks that otherwise would have an adverse impact on the electricity consumption,” said Abdul Zubair, Chief Executive Officer of Hayleys Lighting.
“We see the booklet initiative as yet another step in contributing towards this endeavor” said Sarath Ganegoda, Managing Director - Hayleys Lighting and Director of Hayleys PLC.
With the need for urgent action to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions, the latest data from Philips highlights the opportunity for emission reductions by switching to energy efficient lighting. By 2020, Philips predicts that 30 percent less energy will be used for lighting compared to 2006 as a result of the adoption of energy efficient lighting. These savings represent a 515 million ton reduction in CO2 emissions.