In these trying economic times, many companies are facing eroding profits and budges deficits, with the end result that the focus is increasingly on cutting overheads and expenses, with electricity consumption singled out as one of the most practical ways to save some money.
Here is how:
Turn off your CRT (cathode ray tube) monitor every time you leave your desk. These monitors consume 150 watts of power per hour and keeping them off for just an hour during the day can save enough electricity to power a bulb for 10 hours or enough to light up a small household in any village.
Set the thermostat of all air conditioners at no less than 22 to 24 degree each degree increased saves two to four percent worth of power. If the workplace consists of a large hall, turn off one of two ACs and use the remaining in conjunction with pedestal fans to circulate the cool air, air conditioners account for 60 to 70 % of the total summer bill.
Turn off all air conditioners during the lunch break. The room will absorb heat and this process will stop once the warm air completely replaces the cold air. Then when the air conditioners are turned on after lunch, all the heat will be removed in one go.
Install reflecting film on your glass windows. Not only do they reflect 40 to 60 % of the heat, they also let in the sunlight giving you a nice bright office and cutting down on lighting needs. According to the California Energy Commission, 30% of any area’s cooling needs are derived from solar energy entering through glass.
Unplug electrical items such as microwaves and tea makers; about 75% of the electricity used to power such electronics is consumed while they are in standby mode.
Clean the filters of the hand dryers in the office washrooms at least once a week. This will help reduce the power it consumed while they are in standby mode.
Clean the filters of the hand dryers in the office washrooms at least once a week. This will help reduce the power it consumes.
Unplug mobile phone chargers immediately after charging.
Replace incandescent bulb or tubes with energy savers. These last 10 times longer and cut down on electricity consumption by up to 75% with out compromising on the lighting quality.
Here is how:
Turn off your CRT (cathode ray tube) monitor every time you leave your desk. These monitors consume 150 watts of power per hour and keeping them off for just an hour during the day can save enough electricity to power a bulb for 10 hours or enough to light up a small household in any village.
Set the thermostat of all air conditioners at no less than 22 to 24 degree each degree increased saves two to four percent worth of power. If the workplace consists of a large hall, turn off one of two ACs and use the remaining in conjunction with pedestal fans to circulate the cool air, air conditioners account for 60 to 70 % of the total summer bill.
Turn off all air conditioners during the lunch break. The room will absorb heat and this process will stop once the warm air completely replaces the cold air. Then when the air conditioners are turned on after lunch, all the heat will be removed in one go.
Install reflecting film on your glass windows. Not only do they reflect 40 to 60 % of the heat, they also let in the sunlight giving you a nice bright office and cutting down on lighting needs. According to the California Energy Commission, 30% of any area’s cooling needs are derived from solar energy entering through glass.
Unplug electrical items such as microwaves and tea makers; about 75% of the electricity used to power such electronics is consumed while they are in standby mode.
Clean the filters of the hand dryers in the office washrooms at least once a week. This will help reduce the power it consumed while they are in standby mode.
Clean the filters of the hand dryers in the office washrooms at least once a week. This will help reduce the power it consumes.
Unplug mobile phone chargers immediately after charging.
Replace incandescent bulb or tubes with energy savers. These last 10 times longer and cut down on electricity consumption by up to 75% with out compromising on the lighting quality.
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