Richmond Equestrian Centre
Transforming Lighting for Enhanced Safety, Energy Efficiency, and Showcasing Excellence at Richmond Equestrian Centre
Energy Oasis transformed Richmond Equestrian Centre's lighting system, ensuring enhanced safety, significant energy savings, and recognition as a flagship equestrian centre. This case study highlights the profound impact the new system has had on the business.
Richmond Equestrian Centre, hosting numerous events and welcoming over 20,000 horses and twice as many visitors annually, faced safety concerns due to poor lighting conditions and disruptive shadows. They sought to reduce maintenance and running costs while improving safety and energy efficiency.
Project Background
Energy Oasis conducted a thorough survey, providing Richmond Equestrian Centre with an assessment that outlined the potential energy savings they could achieve. We presented them with a competitive price for installation, ensuring transparency and meeting their specific requirements.
Our Approach
Energy Oasis installed an innovative lighting system that addressed the specific needs of Richmond Equestrian Centre. By significantly reducing energy consumption (86%) and eliminating maintenance costs for the next 12 years, we ensured long-term savings and enhanced safety for both horses and riders. The site is now recognised as a flagship equestrian centre by the British Equestrian Federation.
Our Solution
The results achieved through our lighting installation at Richmond Equestrian Centre are remarkable:
An 88% reduction in lighting energy consumption, resulting in substantial annual savings.
Elimination of £1,300 per year in maintenance costs.
Achieving payback on the project in just 2.9 years, thanks to Enhanced Capital Allowance (ECA) and additional energy savings.
Showcasing excellence and setting a precedent for other equestrian centres, with ongoing collaborations to upgrade and improve lighting at similar sites.
Results
Client Testimonial
“The difference the lights have made to the indoor arena are fantastic! The arena is so much brighter and inviting for horses that it makes it impossible to find fault. Compared to the old lights which were in the arena the difference is fantastic. The first thing I noticed was the fact that there was no shadows, I popped a few jumps and can safely say there was no issue with shadows, be it on the fences or underneath them. It was a nice change to be able to jump around a course without struggling to see a stride due to a shadow. I also noticed that the lights don't make a noise when they are on which makes a nice change and seems to keep the horses slightly more relaxed. Having worked in the arenas for 6 years it's very difficult to pick fault with the lights and a lovely change to have ones which are so good”.
— Elena, Regular Visitor
“The difference the new lights have made to our business is amazing. We had three different quotes from LED lighting companies, Energy Oasis were the only ones who took the time and effort to find out what we should have, speaking to the relevant governing bodies, understanding what we needed and then providing a turnkey solution. They also made sure that our site complied with all health and safety requirements and gave us an electrical safety certificate. Their scheme has the advantage of complying with the information technology list, as a result we benefited from the enhanced capital allowance scheme. We cannot praise Mike and the team at Energy Oasis enough and would have no hesitation in recommending them to other companies”
— Donna Wood, Richmond Equestrian Centre owner.
To enhance safety, improve energy efficiency, and showcase excellence in your facility like Richmond Equestrian Centre, contact Energy Oasis today. Our expert team will provide tailored lighting solutions that meet your specific requirements, enabling you to save costs, reduce energy consumption, and provide a superior experience for your visitors and participants.