Energy-Efficient Lighting Audit for Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District - Fairfield, CA
Image Credit: Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District
Category: Industrial
Total Area: ~90 Acres
Services Provided: Electrical Engineering
Completion Date: 2025
Owner: Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District
Contractor: HM Power Electric Company
Project Description
The Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District engaged Pragmatic PE to conduct a comprehensive survey and detailed analysis of the existing exterior lighting at their wastewater treatment facility in Fairfield, California. The goal was to enhance site safety, optimize energy efficiency, and ensure compliance with California's stringent energy standards.
Scope of Work
Our electrical engineering team performed extensive field verification, including multiple daytime and nighttime site visits, to thoroughly evaluate existing lighting conditions:
Site Verification
Conducted three comprehensive 8-hour site visits, systematically reviewing exterior lighting at every building within the 90-acre facility.
Collaborated closely with the electrical contractor to inspect fixtures, confirming bulb types, pole conditions, and wire sizing.
Executed an additional nighttime visit to accurately identify malfunctioning and inadequate lighting fixtures requiring replacement.
Worked alongside the on-site electrician to map panel locations and scope boundaries.
Assessed underground wiring conditions through strategic manhole inspections facilitated by the contractor.
Report & Analysis
Compiled a detailed report documenting existing lighting conditions, highlighting critical safety deficiencies.
Conducted photometric analyses with lighting vendors to identify poorly lit areas and recommended strategic placements for new lighting fixtures.
Provided clear recommendations for fixture upgrades aimed at increasing safety standards and reducing energy consumption.
Completed Title 24 compliance documentation to verify proposed lighting upgrades adhere to California energy regulations.
Delivered a detailed construction cost analysis to assist the client in informed budgeting and planning for future upgrades.
Seamless Coordination & Execution
Achieved seamless integration and collaboration with the electrical contractor, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of our analysis.
Minimized disruptions and maximized operational efficiency through proactive communication and workflow management.
Results & Impact
Pragmatic PE’s detailed analysis enabled the Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District to clearly understand existing safety issues and provided actionable recommendations to significantly enhance site safety, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance.