Gas Station Going Green
Well, this station may not be adding vehicle-to-grid connections for electric cars or offering alternative fuels, but it is doing its part by implementing many green features compared to a typical gas station. Let’s call it a big oil PR move.
I found an article from TreeHugger with some quotes on some of its features.
Tags: Carbon Footprint, Sustainable DevelopmentCell Phone Recycling Center. Cell phones can be dropped off at Helios House, where they will be safely recycled instead of going to a landfill.
LED Lighting. Light emitting diode bulbs are used in signage and throughout the station, saving about 50 percent of the energy of fluorescents or metal halide bulbs. LEDs also last 60 percent to 80 percent longer than conventional bulbs.
Photocells and Timers. Lighting throughout the station uses multiple circuits and sensors to automatically switch electric lights on or off as needed through a 24 hour cycle. This will save about 400 kilowatt hours (kwh).
Natural Light. The design of Helios House makes use of natural light as much as possible, saving about 1,400 kilowatt hours each year.
Low VOC Paint. Ordinary paint releases VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) into the air. The paint in Helios House is Low-VOC and better for the air.
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