How to Save Money and Energy in the Workplace
We can all help to conserve energy and reduce waste at our workplaces by simply implementing some quick and easy changes in our work habits and becoming more conscious about our working environments.
This article will give some tips for reducing energy and operating costs at work.
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Instructions
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Adjust and program the thermostat to shut off during the night and to turn on half an hour before the beginning of the workday. Set the thermostat no higher than 69 degrees during the winter months.
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Always turn off all electrical appliances and pull the plugs from the wall sockets at the end of the workday, for example, the copy machine, fax machine and computers.
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Use energy-saving light bulbs and task lighting instead of overhead lighting in the office. CFLs are more energy-friendly and use 70 percent less energy to give the same amount of light.
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Maintain all electrical equipment in optimum condition by scheduling regular servicing to ensure it's kept running efficiently.
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Pull the shades or close the window blinds during the midday to limit the amount of heat that enters the room in warmer weather and to limit the amount of heat that escapes during the winter months.
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Turn off lights in all rooms and areas that are not in use such as the common areas, break room and conference rooms.
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Dress according to the weather and time of the year. Adjust your layers of clothing before changing the thermostat settings.
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