Quick Tips
The following tips are just a few ways you can start saving energy and money today:
- Maximize natural light and turn off unnecessary office lights.
- Turn off office equipment such as printers, computers, fax machines and the coffee maker at night and when not in use. Adjust power management settings to activate "sleep" mode during periods of inactivity.
- Keep windows and doors closed to prevent the loss of cooled air. Adjust blinds and window coverings on windows that receive direct sun.
- Plug all radios, cell phone and MP3 chargers, fans and other personal electronics into a power strip that can be turned off when not in use. These devices draw energy 24/7, even when switched off.
- Put power strips on a timer. Most electronic devices such as cell phones and pagers do not need more than 2-4 hours to charge.
- Install motion sensors that automatically turn off lights when people are not in the room.
- Initiate a dress code for employees that will allow them to dress comfortably for the weather. Then they can adjust layers of clothing before adjusting the thermostat.
Note: Some measures may not be relevant depending on climate, the age of the facility and building systems, and past improvements made to the facility.