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We've got your game plan for savings.
Energy Saving Tips and Strategies for Business:
Top 10 ways to power down your electricity costs at work:
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Lighting is typically the biggest energy expense for small retailers and offices. Use LED bulbs which use up to 95% less energy and last significantly longer than incandescent light bulbs.
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Install new high efficiency T8 and T5 fluorescent tubes. They last longer (up to 16 years), cast attractive lighting colour and need less maintenance than standard T12 lamps.
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If you're purchasing HVAC equipment, ask for the energy efficiency ratings. They'll let you compare for energy efficiency for similar equipment.
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Install occupancy sensors and dimmers in break rooms, restrooms and conference rooms. They can reduce lighting costs by up to 40%.
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Use recommended thermostat set points. Every degree of cooling increases energy use by 4 to 5%.
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Install a programmable thermostat to automatically control temperature settings. It could save you up to 10% on your heating and cooling costs.
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Increase the efficiency of heating and cooling systems. Prevent heat gain or loss with insulation; weather-stripping around doors; and shades, awnings or tinting over windows.
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Keep computers on standby. Computers are only used an average of 10% of the time they are turned on.
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Consider using ink-jet printers which consume less energy than laser printers.
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Use energy smart power strips that sense when equipment is not in use and operate on stand-by.