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Usage Tips
1. Energy savings measures cost money but can save more - while the budget for a savings measure might come out of a maintenance budget, the savings hit the production budget's bottom line. 2. Equipment marked with Energy Star may save energy costs - Energy Star estimates that the average savings of this equipment is 30% over non-Energy Star machines. 3. Understand your SEER ratings - the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio of your AC system is very important. A rating of 12 or higher uses 20% less electricity than a standard unit. 4. Conservation measures combat rising usage - as your demand rises, try to lower your cost per unit through efficiency measures. 5. Power down - office machines like computers and copiers are still using energy when on but not in use. Put such equipment in "sleep" mode or turn off altogether. 6. Use fluorescent lighting when possible - halogen and incandescent bulbs use over twice the amount of energy, and they give off much more heat. 7. Get the most (or least) out of your heating and cooling - clean filters, routine check-ups, and closing off unoccupied room vents all make a difference. 8. Maintained equipment is more efficient in output and energy consumption - compressed air or steam leaks waste energy. 9. Keep the cool side cool and the hot side hot - caulking and weather stripping around doors and windows can help insulate, and save money. 10. Shield your building - trees, reflective roof tiles, window blinds, and awnings can help keep your building cool and look good too. 11. Separate meters for separate departments - allows you to accurately allocate energy costs and target improvements. 12. Demand the knowledge it takes to manage your energy - if you can't perform an energy usage audit or don't know how to perform one, talk to your provider; the sooner the better. 13. Leverage your maintenance team's expertise - have them evaluate all your energy consuming machines and equipment. |
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