ENERGY SAVING TIPS FOR THE OFFICE

LIGHTING
Turn off the lights in your office when you are away even for a minute and even if you use CFLs.
Use only the lights you need. Remove unnecessary lights.
Use compact fluorescent light bulbs in the most frequently used spots.
Change incandescent bulbs in Exit signs to LED bulbs.

HEATING AND COOLING
Consider setting the thermostat to 68 degrees in winter and 78 degrees in summer.
If your office and cold and drafty, find out why and fix it.
Don't block the air flow around vents. Keep furniture and other large items away from the vents so air isn't blocked or absorbed.
Use programmable thermostats especially in infrequently used spaces.
Turn down the heat in hallways.
Stop air leaks. Look for simple ways to block drafts.

COMPUTERS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
Use computer power management features. Be sure your computer will go into the sleep mode when not in use. Screen savers do not save energy.
Turn off monitors when not in use.
Turn off computer equipment at the end of the day.
Look for the Energy Star when purchasing computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers and other equipment.

APPLIANCES
Maintain appliances in the breakroom. Replace old ones.
Remove unneeded or unused appliances.
Clean refrigerator coils regularly.

GET EVERYONE INVOLVED
Publicize energy costs and savings so your co-workers can see the advantage of making the effort to be energy efficient.