Office

• Programmable thermostats – Save up to 10% in heating costs when you install programmable thermostats and get a takeCHARGE rebate. Calculate your rebate.
• Install a Mini-split heat pump – These units are great for small offices and are economical to install. A mini-split heat pump can save you over 40% on your heating costs. They also offer the option of air conditioning for those warm summer months.
• Cold climate or low temperature air source heat pump (ASHP) systems are more efficient than conventional electric baseboards and are a great choice for larger buildings. These systems can achieve savings up to 50% over conventional electric baseboards.
• During the winter months, open the blinds during the day to allow the sun to assist with heating office spaces.
• Address any building envelope issues:
  • Roof Insulation
  • Wall Insulation
  • Gaps around doors, windows and entry point into the facility

Upgrading to energy efficient lighting, like LED, can save you over 35% on lighting energy costs.

A lighting upgrade can save on more than just your electrical costs. Energy efficient lamps and bulbs last longer, saving on replacement lights and maintenance costs.

takeCHARGE offers rebates on a variety of energy efficient lighting:

• LED Light Bulbs – 50% – Up to $10 per bulb!
• T8 LED Tubes (four-foot) – Up to $3 per bulb.
• LED Wall Packs – $25 per unit.
• LED Exit Signs – $20 per exit sign and $15 per retrofit kit.

You can also save energy and get money back when you use occupancy sensors. They can help you save up to 40% on lighting energy costs. Calculate your rebate.

Minimize exterior lighting. At night only use what you need for safety and security purposes.

Use day-lighting whenever possible. Natural light has been linked to higher employee productivity and comfort.

Encourage employees to turn off the lights at the end of the day.

• For larger offices, the use of a Building Automation System (BAS) will efficiently manage energy usage for the building. These systems can save up to 30% in energy costs.
• Where applicable, install adjustable speed drives on fans and pumps. Adjustable speed drives can decrease energy use by over 35%.

• When replacing equipment such as computers, monitors, printers, copiers and fax machines, purchase ENERGY STAR® qualified units.
• Choose laptops when possible. They typically use less energy than desktop computers, in some cases five times less energy.
• Enable the power management features that are built into the computer’s operating system. Using power-management features can reduce electricity costs by $25 to $75 a year per computer.
• Encourage employees to shut off their computers at the end of the day.