Horsham shop pioneers energy-saving scheme ... by dimming its lights

The Co-op store in Fitzalan Road, Roffey, has switched off lighting along several of its shelves as part of a special ‘trial.’

A number of shoppers have queried the store’s dimly-lit areas but have been told it is saving energy.

The Horsham supermarket is, in fact, one of a number of Co-op stores throughout the UK that are cutting back on the use of lighting as a way of reducing energy bills.

The retailer, which operates more than 2,500 stores across the country, is trialling dimmed or reduced lighting at a number of locations, including Horsham.

A spokesperson for the Co-op said: “We are trialling energy smart lighting initiatives in this store as part of a small trial.

"We are also reviewing how we can become a more energy efficient business, without compromising safety and still achieving a positive store environment and shopping experience for our customers.”