A KIDDERMINSTER company is helping a Birmingham arts complex make significant energy savings and reduce its light pollution.

Advanced LED lighting has been installed at Mac Birmingham by energy-efficiency specialist Eco2Energy, which is based on Hoo Farm Industrial Estate.

Eco2Energy, part of Eco2 Solutions Group, was appointed as project installer to replace 100 track lights with high-energy efficient LED lighting in the complex’s public galleries and main gallery.

The £7,000 investment is expected to save Mac Birmingham over £3,000 a year on energy running costs and reduce CO2 usage by about 5,918kg each year.

Attracting more than 850,000 visitors a year, the Cannon Hill Park-based complex is planning to make even more energy savings by replacing a further 250 lights.

“By making a relatively small investment, we’re able to further reduce our carbon footprint and save on energy costs,” said Simon Creed, head of technical resources at Mac Birmingham.

He added: “It wins on every level and with payback on our investment expected in less than three years we couldn’t be happier.

“It’s important for Mac Birmingham to be as sustainable as possible. Our aim is to be as energy efficient as we can and share this with our visitors by creating a green zone.”

The complex kick-started its green initiative in 2012 with a 9.9-kilowatt solar PV system installed by Eco2Energy’s sister company, Eco2Solar.

Paul Hutchens, managing director of Eco2Energy said: “Mac Birmingham is a prime example of how businesses can invest in smart energy technologies and see immediate savings.

“It’s excellent to see such a prominent complex in the regional arts community be so passionate about becoming totally energy efficient.”