Cut costs in your business

Lighting

• Use low energy lamps – they use 80% less energy and last ten times longer
• ‘Low voltage’ spotlights are not the same as ‘low energy’ lamps – always check the wattage
• Use ‘people sensors’ in seldom used areas like kitchens, toilets and stores
• Use ‘daylight sensors’ to switch off outside floodlights and interior lights on brighter days
• Use timers to accurately control the hours of use

People

Encourage your staff to:

• Turn off computers, monitors, printers and photocopiers during non-business hours
• Ensure computer screensavers are set to ‘power save’ mode

Refrigeration

• Make sure fridge and freezer door seals are in good condition
• Cover chill cabinets at night or fit night-blinds or curtain strips

Heating

• Use thermostats to accurately control heating temperatures – one degree too high can add 10% to your heating bills
• Use timers to accurately control the hours of use
• If you have air-conditioning make sure it is serviced every year and that the controls are set correctly
• Draught-proof doors and windows and fit wall and roof insulation if possible