Is it time your business looked to improve its energy efficiency?

Energy efficiency is at the forefront of everyone’s minds. This can be to help save the planet, reduce wastage, or save money on energy bills. Whatever the reason, it is always good to look at ways that you can make your environment more energy efficient. This also applies to businesses.

The below 3 points will help give you an idea of what type of changes businesses can make to initially improve your business’s HVAC efficiency. There are many other ways that can be established through dedication and a keen interest to make a difference.

1. Upgrade Old Technology to New

The type of technology you should upgrade to become more sustainable and energy-efficient will be dependent on the type of workplace you are in. For example, if you are a warehouse manager, your priority may be to upgrade an LPG forklift to an electric alternative, whereas if you work in an office environment it may be a case of upgrading an old printer.

When thinking about upgrading old technology you may have concerns over the cost. With smart budgeting and a keen eye for a good deal, upgrades don’t always need to break the bank. Business loans and finance options can also help spread the costs. This kind of planning and budgeting can be appointed to the Environmental Sustainability Manager, but involvement from people within positions that use the technology you intend on upgrading is also of paramount importance.

2.  Make Employees Aware of Your Goals

One thing that many managers and business owners forget to do is make employees aware of goals. This is not always on purpose and can sometimes be for the best. When you are trying to make your business more energy-efficient, however, you must make as many people aware as possible.

Energy efficiency can only be achieved in numbers. If someone is attempting to reduce electricity or water consumption whilst another person is making no effort whatsoever, the efforts to improve efficiency are wasted. By making your employees aware you can also make the process fun and educational. Incentives are also an option but not necessarily a requirement for some people

3.  Monitor Heating and Cooling Costs

Staying on top of the energy you consume through your industrial heating systems and evaporative cooling systems is of paramount importance. These have high consumption and will waste a lot of energy and money if managed incorrectly. A set temperature for the office is a great idea. There tend to be disagreements when it comes to the most comfortable temperature for a room and it will also depend on the size of the room, but if you can agree on a temperature and stick to it, the staff will acclimatise over time.

It is important to remember that discomfort can cause a lack of productivity so if you intend on decreasing the temperature to save energy/money, be sure to monitor performance and fully assess whether the savings are truly benefiting you and the environment.

 

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