U of M Receives Kudos & Cash for Lighting Project

The University of Minnesota retrofitted more than 7,400 inefficient, T12 lamped, magnetic ballasted fluorescent light fixtures with modern solid state ballasts and high efficiency T8 lamps in eight residence halls on the Twin Cities campus.

The lighting retrofit has improved the quality of light provided in the students’ living spaces, study areas, common areas and dining facilities. The retrofit also saves money and reduces the University’s carbon footprint. Xcel Energy awarded the U with a rebate of nearly $143,000! Find out more about the University of Minnesota’s lighting retrofit.