Climate protection remains one of the most important challenges of our time. According to the latest figures from the World Meteorological Organization, the_{concentration of CO2} in the atmosphere continued to rise in 2020. A new administrative regulation for the awarding of public contracts now places even greater responsibility on cities and municipalities when it comes to energy efficiency. In municipal procurement, the AVV-EnEff focuses on life cycle-oriented solutions that are environmentally friendly and economical and also take into account innovative alternatives such as rental models.

The energy modernization of buildings and infrastructure offers great potential for the public sector to achieve climate and environmental protection. Lighting refurbishment plays a key role here. When it comes to implementation, treasurers often lack the specialist staff for planning, project and cost management as well as the budget for large investments. In addition, decisions on procurement in the public sector have an impact for many years. This makes aspects such as sustainable management, environmentally friendly energy supply, cost savings, personnel relief, prompt implementation of projects, rapid amortization, scope for investment, flexibility and planning and budget security all the more important. The coronavirus pandemic and the General Administrative Regulation on the Procurement of Energy-Efficient Services (AVV-EnEff) are increasing the pressure on municipal budgets. The AVV-EnEff obliges the public sector to ensure environmental and climate protection aspects when awarding contracts and to take life cycle-related costs and qualitative criteria such as repair, replacement options and recyclability into account.

AVV-EnEff-compliant: energy efficiency with a full-service rental model

Deutsche Lichtmiete's "Light as a Service" service package offers a forward-looking solution that enables public sector clients to cover all the relevant requirements of this administrative regulation. It enables lighting modernization to be outsourced and the finished lighting to be rented. LED technology is a key technology here, providing energy-efficient light and reducing costs and_{CO2 emissions}. At the same time, intelligent LED applications pave the way for smart lighting and smart cities. All services required for lighting modernization are included in the package: Needs analysis, profitability calculation, lighting design and product selection as well as installation and maintenance. The local authority pays a predetermined monthly rent for the use of the lighting system, including the conversion costs, with Deutsche Lichtmiete providing the upfront financing. As a full-range supplier, Deutsche Lichtmiete offers a comprehensive portfolio of repairable, replaceable and recyclable LED luminaires. Their modular design enables technical upgrades or conversions at any time. The lighting systems therefore meet all applicable specifications and guidelines for lighting systems in public spaces.