Case Study: High Performance, Low-Carbon Lighting for a National Logistics Portfolio

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Summary

The Energy Practice, led by CEO Paul Stoddart, delivered a national LED lighting upgrade for a major logistics portfolio, integrating custom-designed luminaires, intelligent lighting controls and complete end-to-end project delivery. The program has achieved major reductions in energy use and carbon emissions, improved lighting quality and operational accuracy, eliminated unplanned maintenance, and ensured long-term reliability through a comprehensive 10-year warranty. Its success has established an ongoing partnership focused on efficiency, sustainability and high-performance outcomes.

Client Overview

The Energy Practice, under the leadership of CEO Paul Stoddart, specialises in the design, delivery and commissioning of advanced lighting and control systems for warehouse and distribution networks across Australia. The organisation is recognised for its capability to deliver high-performance, energy-efficient solutions at scale.

Business Challenge

The client required a portfolio-wide lighting solution that would:

Reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption
Lower operational costs
Improve uniform light levels for picking, packing and dispatch
Remove unplanned maintenance
Provide guaranteed long-term performance supported by a 10-year warranty

Our Approach

To meet the client’s requirements, The Energy Practice delivered a fully integrated program, including:

Detailed lighting and lighting-control design
Custom manufacture of luminaires and intelligent controls
Program and project management across multiple national sites
Full installation, testing and commissioning
Development of comprehensive Operations & Maintenance manuals

The Solution

A custom-engineered LED and smart control system was deployed across the national warehouse network, providing:

High, uniform industrial-grade illumination
Significant reductions in energy use and carbon intensity
Intelligent control capabilities for safety, automation and operational efficiency
A 10-year warranty guaranteeing predictable, low-maintenance operation

The Outcome

The project has evolved into a long-term strategic partnership founded on exceptional service delivery and proven operational results. The implemented solution provides:

Lower operating and energy costs
Improved productivity and task accuracy
Reduced environmental impact
Long-term reliability and confidence in critical lighting infrastructure

Conclusion

The national LED upgrade delivered by The Energy Practice demonstrates how thoughtful engineering, customised product design and disciplined project execution can transform a logistics portfolio’s performance. By combining high-efficiency luminaires, intelligent controls and long-term warranty assurance, the program has provided the client with a resilient, future-proof lighting platform that enhances operational capability while significantly reducing environmental impact. This case study highlights The Energy Practice’s ongoing leadership in delivering sustainable, high-performance lighting solutions at scale.