Hints & Tips at WorkWe all want to do our bit. Safety, sustainability and energy efficiency are important to us all. Sometimes it’s the little things that can make a big difference, particularly when we act collectively. Here are some top tips to help at work. |
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Using lids on your pans when cooking will save energy and help heat the contents quicker.
Keeping extract fans and vents clean and clear from obstruction reduces energy use and makes then work more efficiently.
Switch off radiators in any rooms you are not using regularly and keep internal doors shut to save energy.
Make sure your computers are programmed to shut down and save power when not in use. Most operating systems have built in power settings and the capability of being switched on or off remotely if required. If you need them on for network upgrades and backups, commit to running these on a specific schedule and build this into you power settings. You’ll be surprised how much energy you can save.
Thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) help ensure your heating is evenly distributed where you need it. Check them to make sure they are set properly so each area reaches the temperature you need and gets no hotter.
Insulate hot water pipes along their full length. Don’t waste the energy you have used to heat your hot water.
Litter belongs in bins! Stuffing litter behind radiators not only prevents them working efficiently but can also be a fire risk.
Still using tungsten, halogen or fluorescent bulbs? Changing to LED lighting can save energy and money.
Use a microwave. Generally a microwave oven is the most efficient way to heat up and cook food.
Only fill your kettle with the water you need. You will save both water and energy.
