Conserving energy can be as easy as flipping off a switch when you leave a room or powering down your computer when you go home at night or for the weekend. Here are some other quick, simple tips for conserving energy and reducing costs at your business:
- Use fewer lights: Maximize natural daylight and turn off unnecessary office lights.
- Turn off office equipment: Turn off office equipment such as printers, computers, fax machines and the coffee maker at night and when not in use. Enable power saving controls on computers.
- Use window blinds: Adjust blinds and window coverings on windows that receive direct sun. Keep windows and doors closed to prevent the loss of cooled air.
- Use a power strip: Plug all radios, fans and chargers for cell phones and other personal electronics into a power strip that can be turned off when not in use. These devices draw energy 24/7, even when switched off.
- Maintain indoor temperatures: Dress comfortably for the weather. Adjust your layers of clothing before adjusting the thermostat.
- Inspect and maintain HVAC: Conduct regular inspections and consistently maintain equipment and controls for HVAC systems.
- Reduce water use: Install low-flow toilet and water aerators on your faucets.
For more information on energy conservation and energy efficiency, please visit Energy Smart Minnesota.
 About ENERGY SMART
Energy Smart is a program of Minnesota Waste Wise, an affiliate program of the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce.
Energy Smart's mission is to help businesses save money through energy efficiency. By helping businesses take advantage of existing energy utility programs and rebates, Energy Smart helps make the process easier.
Your business will benefit from Energy Smart services by taking maximum advantage of investments in energy efficiency and learning about the most current types of energy efficiency upgrades and Conservation Improvement Programs (CIP's) offered by your utility. Specifically, Energy Smart will connect you with the resources you need to analyze your current energy usage, efficiency upgrade options, potential cost savings and available financial incentives.
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