Sustainability & Environmental Impact

Energy Savings Metrics

ActiveAhead is designed to deliver maximum energy efficiency by using smart, self-learning lighting control. It saves energy in several ways:

 

• Adaptive Lighting: Lights dim or turn off automatically based on occupancy and daylight levels.

• Predictive Control: Anticipates motion and lighting needs using AI algorithms to minimize unnecessary lighting.

• Individual Luminaire Intelligence: Decisions are made locally, reducing lag and energy waste.

 

Typical Results:

• Energy savings of up to 80% compared to static lighting systems.

• Outperforms traditional timer-based or manually controlled lighting, especially in variable-use spaces like corridors, stairwells, and warehouses.

 

These savings contribute directly to operational cost reductions and a lower carbon footprint.

 

  

Contribution to Green Building Certifications (LEED, BREEAM, WELL, etc.)

By integrating ActiveAhead into a building project, you can earn valuable points toward international sustainability certifications:

 

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)

• Credits under Energy & Atmosphere (EA) for optimizing energy performance

• Supports Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) by enhancing visual comfort

• Assists in Integrative Process (IP) through smart building system coordination

 

BREEAM

• Contributes to Energy (ENE01) and Management (MAN01) credits

• Supports Hea01 (Visual Comfort) by maintaining proper light levels and glare control

 

WELL Building Standard

• Supports Light (L01–L04) for human-centric lighting

• Improves cognitive comfort and circadian rhythm alignment

 

ActiveAhead helps achieve better sustainability ratings and enhances market value for new and retrofitted buildings.

 

 

CO₂ Reduction & Environmental Reporting

Through Helvar Insights, ActiveAhead enables transparent environmental reporting:

 

• Energy use tracking by area, zone, or time

• CO₂ savings calculations based on regional energy conversion metrics

• Customizable dashboards to support ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) reporting

• Exportable data for integration with corporate sustainability platforms or regulatory filings

 

These insights empower companies to track progress toward carbon neutrality goals and demonstrate environmental responsibility.

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Additional Environmental Benefits

 

• Wireless installation reduces material waste (e.g., no control wiring)

• Extended luminaire lifespan due to dimming and optimized usage

• Remote updates minimize technician travel and related emissions