Energy Efficient Offices

Make offices energy efficient, follow these simple tips

Ensure that all office equipment is switched off overnight and at weekends.

Switch off your computer monitor at lunchtime or for breaks longer than 30 minutes.

Monitor: If you are not using your personal computer for three hours or more – switch it off!

Use a time switch for the heating – make sure that it is set for the right time.

Switch lights off when a room is not in use – even for short periods.

Monitor: Keep the coffee in a thermo instead of leaving the coffee machine on stand-by.

Buy energy efficient office equipment. Energy-saving models of office appliances and equipment are available. Not only will this help save energy, but it will save money too. Check for the Energy Efficiency Label!

Think differently: Encourage staff to commit to taking alternative modes of transportation for their daily commute at least once a month. This can include options such as car-pooling, cycling, taking public transit or walking where possible. Create a recycling program and decrease paper use.