Energy saving for offices

Getting energy efficient in the office is one of the easiest ways to boost your business

An energy-efficient office can save 65% on its energy bills

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IT equipment

  • IT equipment burns energy, even in standby mode
  • Encourage staff to switch equipment off when not in use
  • Use the energy-saving features on things like monitors and printers
  • Shut down equipment at weekends and on bank holidays

Turning computers and monitors off at night can save £35 a year per desk

Office lighting

  • Encourage staff to switch lights off when they’re not needed
  • Use movement detectors, time switches and daylight sensors
  • Install energy-efficient lights – LED lights could reduce energy wastage through heat from 95% to just 5%

Installing the right office lights can reduce your lighting costs by up to 80%

 

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Office heating

  • In warm weather, turn down the heating rather than opening the windows
  • Close window blinds in the early evening to help reduce night-time heat loss
  • Don’t use extra electric heaters – these are one of the most expensive heat sources
  • Encourage individuals to turn down the thermostat radiators in their rooms

Raising the temperature by just 1°C can increase your heating costs by approximately 8%

Upgrade your building

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More advice from the Carbon Trust

The Carbon Trust helps organisations contribute to and benefit from a more sustainable future through carbon reduction, resource efficiency strategies and commercialising low carbon technologies.

Download their free guide to help improve energy efficiency in your office.

Saving tips for British Gas business customers

Pay by Direct Debit

Register for an online account and pay by Direct Debit.

Return to your online account and set up a direct debit.

Get a smart meter

A business smart meter can help you understand your energy usage.

Save energy in your business

Energy saving tools and tips to help you improve energy efficiency