For accent lighting applications replace incandescent lamps with line voltage (PAR type) or low voltage (MR16 type) halogen lamps.
Replace T-12 fluorescent lamps and magnetic ballasts with T-8 fluorescent lamps and electronic ballasts. For added savings, choose high-performance T-8 fluorescent lamps.
Use high-pressure sodium or metal halide lamps for exterior lighting.
Replace outdoor incandescent or mercury vapour lamps with high-pressure sodium or metal halide lamps.
For multilevel commercial buildings, consider installing an automatic Building Management System which can be programmed to efficiently control your lighting, heating, ventilation and air conditioning load to suit your needs and save energy.
When purchasing new appliances, electronics and office equipment, always choose ENERGY STAR® for the highest standard of energy efficiency and the lowest energy costs.
Replace exit signs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) signs.
Replace incandescent lights, pot lights and general lighting fixtures with appropriate wattage compact fluorescent lights.
Use occupancy sensors in meeting rooms, washrooms and storage areas to turn lights off automatically when the space is unoccupied.
Use timers or photocells for outdoor security and parking area lighting.
Switch your interior and exterior holiday lights to LED holiday lights.
Keep lamps and fixtures clean. For maximum performance, clean fixtures every two or three years.
Remove lamps and lights that are not required.
Adjust lighting levels to match work needs at different times of the day.
Shut down computers at night and when not in use.
Encourage employees to turn off lights when not in use and when leaving the office.
If you have thermostatically controlled appliances such as heaters, ovens and grills, turn on one appliance every 15 to 20 minutes instead of all at once.
If you have flexibility in your work schedule, run high-demand equipment after regular business hours when your overall electrical usage is lower.
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