For Your Business
Using energy wisely can reduce consumption and waste, and save you money on energy bills. Some actions have zero cost, can help your bottom line and benefit the environment.
Follow these simple tips to increase the energy efficiency of your business:
- Control direct sun through windows
- Ensure the energy management system is working properly
- Install boiler system controls to manage the boiler's operating temperature
- You could reduce the boiler's natural gas use by 15 percent to 20 percent for non-condensing boilers and up to 40 percent for condensing boilers
- Get a boiler tune-up every three to six months
- Maintain steam systems—a typical industrial facility can reduce steam system related natural gas use by 20 percent by reducing leaks, insulating piping, and testing traps
- Optimize hot water systems to reduce hot water consumption
- Install and maintain heat recovery systems
- Seal and insulate windows and doorframes
Heating and Cooling Tips
- Install a qualified programmable thermostat to automate your HVAC system
- Plug leaks with weather stripping and caulking
- Use fans to make a somewhat higher temperature and/or humidity feel comfortable