Most Irish organisations are looking to reduce their energy costs and carbon emissions as we move into winter. Gannon has compiled a simple list of our top tips on how to make your office more energy efficient.
Keeping The Heat In
- Keep windows and doors closed when the heating is on
- Alert management to any defective windows or doors
- Keep radiators and heaters uncovered and free to circulate heat
- When possible wear an additional layer of clothes
Managing Air Conditioning
- Keep windows and doors closed when the air conditioning is on
- When possible switch off the air conditioning altogether
- When the air conditioning is in use carefully manage the temperature
Lighting
- The cheapest light is daylight, use as much of it as you can
- Switch off lights when they’re not needed
- Switch off lights at the end of the day
Water Heating
- Only boil the water you need
- Switch hot water boilers to eco mode
- Fix dripping taps and make sure they turn off
Computers and IT
- Unplug off all non essential equipment when not in use
- Switch PC’s and monitors to energy saving mode
- Shut down your PC when taking a break
Printing and Copying
- Only print or photocopy when absolutely necessary
- Only print in grey scale
- Keep you equipment in economy mode and unplug everything at the end of the day
Gannon
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