54 ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • B.E.G. Powers Sustainable Transformation at Edinburgh’s Ocean Terminal A SMARTER approach to lighting is transforming everyday living at Ocean Terminal in Edinburgh where a new leading lighting controls system is delivering an advanced system that does more than just illuminate spaces. The solution, installed by lighting controls manufacturer B.E.G., is playing a key role in supporting the development’s broader sustainability ambitions by intelligently reducing energy consumption while enhancing comfort and efficiency, The 338-unit development, which transforms previously derelict land into a vibrant new community, comprises four residential buildings ranging from 10 to 14 storeys, alongside amenities including a gym, rooftop garden, and shared communal spaces overlooking the city. A key objective of the project was to minimise operational energy use and reduce the overall environmental footprint of the development, particularly through more intelligent control of lighting - one of the largest ongoing energy loads in residential buildings. To achieve this, lighting controls specialist B.E.G. implemented a tailored, multi-layered lighting control strategy across selected floors on the site, combining standalone controls in lowdemand back-of-house areas, DALI Broadcast systems in landlord corridors and circulation spaces, DALI-SYS in communal amenity areas, and networked systems across tenant-facing zones. This ensured lighting was precisely controlled according to occupancy and usage, eliminating unnecessary illumination and significantly reducing wasted energy. The solution enables lighting to operate only when and where it is needed, with automated control responding to real-time conditions. This reduces electricity consumption across communal and shared areas, lowers peak demand, and contributes directly to the building’s overall energy efficiency performance. It also reduces maintenance requirements by optimising usage patterns and extending system lifespan. Overall, the system supports a substantial reduction in lightingrelated energy use across the development, helping to lower operational carbon emissions and improve long-term sustainability outcomes. Paddy McGlone, Specification Sales Manager Scotland & Northern Ireland at B.E.G. said: “This project was driven by a clear sustainability agenda, with a strong focus on reducing energy consumption across a large and complex residential development. Lighting is one of the most consistent energy draws in schemes like this, so improving how it is controlled delivers immediate and long-term benefits. “By matching the right control technology to each area of the building, we’ve been able to significantly cut unnecessary energy use, reduce waste, and improve overall operational efficiency without compromising safety or comfort. “This project is a strong example of how intelligent lighting control can directly support carbon reduction goals in residential developments. The B.E.G. system delivers measurable energy savings today, while also providing a flexible platform to optimise performance further in the future.” The project was delivered in collaboration with PMK Electrical and marks another successful large-scale residential installation for B.E.G., with further joint projects already underway. Industry News
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