Make the Most of Natural Light
It sounds obvious, but how many business’s actually make use of natural sunlight instead of using artificial lighting all day?
The sun is a free resource – if your company has windows and skylights then stop drawing the blinds and start saving money.
According to Energy Saving Trust, the UK wastes £170 million a year by leaving lights on unnecessarily, and turning off unneeded lights could remove 171 kg (376 lb) of CO2 emissions per year. So switching the light on in the morning is a habit the UK could really do with getting out of.
Avoid Phantom Energy
All electrical devices continually draw power when they’re plugged in – even when they’re not being used at all.
If you think you’re safe in stand-by mode, think again. When capacitors are filled with energy and ready to be turned on, they can end up using almost as much energy as being fully on.
These “phantom loads” can lead to unnecessary energy charges. The best thing to do would be to unplug devices when not in use, but this isn’t always realistic in the work environment. Your next best option is to ensure all electrical devices are completely switched off when they’re out of use.
Simple little changes like this can end up making a big difference in the long term, both financially and environmentally.
Reduce Paper Wastage
It’s estimated that the average office worker uses 10,000 sheets of copy paper each year and that, out of these 10,000, 6,800 sheets are wasted.
When a document is wasted, so is the energy that was used to print it. Try encouraging your workplace to only use the printer when necessary, since most documents can be used digitally.
As wasted energy from printing is reduced, so is the wasted paper, which opens up another realm of cost-saving and environmental benefits.
If you really want to sort out your paper disposal, think about a shredding service that recycles the binned shreddings. The shredding process ensures that sensitive data is protected, offering GDPR-safety as well as eco-friendly advantages.
Use Energy-Efficient Technology
Get to know energy labels so you can pick devices with the best energy ratings.
There can be a shocking difference between the energy usage of different makes and models – this applies to all electrical devices, from computer technology to white goods.
So think beyond the office to the kitchen and the toilets; the potential to save money is everywhere.
At Direct365, you can get information about voltage, traffic suitability and energy efficiency on our wide range of washroom hand dryers. We even have an “Energy Efficient” category, so if you’re looking to cut costs then browse our eco dryers here.
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