Tips and Advice
Simple steps to saving money;
- Switch off all PCs at the end of every day and weekends
- Turn off your copiers and printers when not in use
- By switching off lights in empty rooms you could reduce your energy consumption by 15%
- Keep windows and skylights clear and get the most from natural daylight
- Set your thermostat to 19°C – costs rise by 8% for every 1°C increase
- Keep windows closed in cold weather – if staff are too warm, turn the heating down instead
- Don’t heat unused space or places where heavy physical work is done and reduce heating during holidays and weekends
- Keep furniture clear of radiators – it increases their efficiency
- Leaving the building? Time for lights out!