New funding route for energy-saving LED lighting upgrades

10 September 2026

Kent schools can now access a cost-effective leasing option to upgrade to modern LED lighting, reducing electricity costs with no up front capital cost.

LASER Energy and Procurement Services, both Kent County Council-owned services, have worked together to provide a simple, compliant route for schools considering LED lighting upgrades.

As well as managing energy procurement for around 5,000 schools, LASER Energy operates a specialist DFE-approved procurement framework for LED lighting upgrades, supported by an inhouse team that can guide schools from initial enquiry through to completed installation. LASER has operated LED frameworks and supported Kent schools with lighting upgrades for more than 15 years.

Procurement Services is part of Kent’s Commercial Services Group. They provide procurement frameworks designed to deliver value for money while supporting compliance with procurement regulations, this includes a Leasing framework. Together, LASER and Procurement Services can offer schools a joined-up lighting and leasing solution.

LED lighting upgrades typically pay for themselves within around four to five years, but the initial capital cost can be a barrier. Through the leasing arrangement, schools can spread the cost over up to five years, with electricity savings helping to offset the lease repayments. This means schools can benefit from:

modern, upgraded lighting that can improve classrooms and other school spaces
no upfront capital cost
reduced electricity consumption and lower energy bills
support from an experienced team using a compliant procurement route

To find out whether LED lighting could help your school reduce energy use and improve its learning environment, contact LASER’s education team for an initial conversation by emailing educationteam@laserenergy.org.uk.