According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the hours of operation in an office or school are typically only 30% of the total hours in a year when you take nights and weekends into account. Shutting off many types of equipment during unoccupied hours can save up to 70% of their electrical consumption. Be sure to turn off your lights and power down your electronics at the end of the day. AND be sure printers and copiers are shut down on Friday afternoons!This blog is brought to you by the Energy Efficiency Coordinator for Robbinsdale Area Schools. Please check back often for new posts including news, information, fun facts and energy saving tips.
Tuesday, March 27, 2018
Today's Energy Insight
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the hours of operation in an office or school are typically only 30% of the total hours in a year when you take nights and weekends into account. Shutting off many types of equipment during unoccupied hours can save up to 70% of their electrical consumption. Be sure to turn off your lights and power down your electronics at the end of the day. AND be sure printers and copiers are shut down on Friday afternoons!
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