Energy Efficiency Tips at Work

Set programmable thermostats to turn heating on 30 minutes before people arrive, and off 30 to 60 minutes before they leave. Set them no higher than 68°F during occupied periods in the winter.
Turn off lights in offices, conference areas, and lunchrooms when rooms are not in use.
Use task lighting instead of overhead lighting. Replace high-use incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs. CFLs use 75% less electricity to produce the same amount of light.
Dress comfortably for the weather. Adjust your layers before adjusting the thermostat.
Keep windows and doors closed to prevent loss of heated air. Open your drapes and shades during the day to allow the sun to warm your office.
Encourage your employer to regularly perform maintenance on heating and ventilation systems to keep them running efficiently.
Unplug electronic devices when they are not in use. Plug everything into a power strip and switch it off after shutting down equipment.
Close drapes and shades to limit the amount of heat that escapes.
Set thermostats no higher than 63°F during off-work hours.
Turn off all printers, copiers, fax machines, kitchen equipment, and lights.
Shut down computers when possible. Be sure to turn off monitors.

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