“If you haven’t already, conduct an energy audit to find out where you can save the most, and consider making a larger investment for long-term energy savings.” https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/fall-and-winter-energy-saving-tips?fbclid=IwAR3TQGseLJUMMSzzFTbaYJDDPmz7Dr5LQ8Wv_o60Nd28uZWHrw0gD74I9pY ..read more

“Stay cool this summer without breaking the bank with our 15 energy saving tips that any homeowner can use!” https://www.petro.com/resource-center/spring-summer-energy-saving-tips?fbclid=IwAR0UB54mNTxlWQF9LvSxWnNFZDH7UFQXkjk9IMMVz6zo-KrPKqpnwUf3eGE ..read more

“The economy and the environment have a simpatico relationship — that investments in green technologies are driving a commercial expansion, all of which is reducing greenhouse gases and creating opportunities. Corporate America is leading that charge by generating the market demand for 21st Century tools and fuels, which is reducing financial barriers and accruing to the benefit of smaller enterprises that also want to do their share.” https://www.forbes.com/sites/kensilverstein/2019/04/01/big-business-steps-up-for-clean-energy-even-as-washington-stands-down/#1dbb32cf6cc4 ..read more

“Another way to lower our commuting impact is by carpooling. If each driver added one more person to their car the U.S. could save 33 million gallons of gas a day. Daily carpooling also reduces congestion, which makes every other vehicle on the road more efficient, and reduces the need for more lanes. The practice will also reduce vehicle wear and tear, and as an added benefit, using carpool lanes can drastically cut down on commute time.” https://www.c2es.org/content/reducing-your-carbon-footprint-at-work/?fbclid=IwAR1Awramcg3BlofWhvrjeDMznFV_M1byvIoYeL2ZF1sRhjG-qaaFRazqgJk ..read more

“The environmental cost of the travel and meetings adds up. Fortunately, green travel options exist, such as opting for a hybrid rental car, purchasing carbon offsets to minimize business travel footprints, or staying in a green hotel. Green hotels cut solid waste and conserve water and energy through energy-efficient HVAC systems, energy-saving light bulbs, and green cleaning and laundry practices.” https://www.c2es.org/content/reducing-your-carbon-footprint-at-work/?fbclid=IwAR1Awramcg3BlofWhvrjeDMznFV_M1byvIoYeL2ZF1sRhjG-qaaFRazqgJk ..read more

“A great place to start is the office kitchen, which is often a major source of waste. Easy ways to cut waste include: Using reusable coffee mugs, glasses, plates, and silverware. Purchasing compostable or high post-consumer waste content paper napkin and towel products. Replacing bottled water with a tap filter, such as Pur or Brita. Providing organic, Fair Trade coffee, tea, and cocoa. The Fair Trade organization prioritizes proper stewardship of natural resources and waste management practices for their farmers. Replacing appliances with new ENERGY STAR appliances.” https://www.c2es.org/c ..read more

“Look for ENERGY STAR computers, copiers, printers, lighting, heating and cooling equipment, appliances and more. The savings can be dramatic; an ENERGY STAR computer uses 30-65 percent less electricity than other computers. In fact, if all computers sold in the U.S. were certified, the efficiency would save $1 billion in annual energy costs and have emissions benefits equal to taking 1.4 million vehicles off the road.” https://www.c2es.org/content/reducing-your-carbon-footprint-at-work/?fbclid=IwAR1Awramcg3BlofWhvrjeDMznFV_M1byvIoYeL2ZF1sRhjG-qaaFRazqgJk ..read more

“According to the EPA, over 1.5 billion pounds of greenhouse gas emissions would be saved if every office product purchased in the U.S. was ENERGY STAR certified. That’s comparable to taking 158,000 cars off the road and worth more than $117 million in yearly energy costs! If you’re interested in promoting efficiency in your office, check out ENERGY STAR’s 6 ways to reduce IT energy costs, which offers ideas for easy changes and bigger, more organization-wide suggestions.” https://www.c2es.org/content/reducing-your-carbon-footprint-at-work/?fbclid=IwAR1Awramcg3BlofWhvrjeDMznFV_M1byvIoYeL2ZF1sR ..read more

“Does your shopping mall still use incandescent light bulbs? If so, your lighting costs could be up to eight times more expensive than they should be. Newer LED light bulbs are not only more energy-efficient, they can last ten times longer and produce less heat.” https://electroind.com/top-5-ways-shopping-malls-can-cut-energy-costs ..read more

“Most shopping malls are only open about for about 12 hours per day, yet they are consuming energy 24/7. While some operations (such as security and refrigeration) may be necessary around-the-clock, others are not. Should you really be paying to light an empty building?” https://electroind.com/top-5-ways-shopping-malls-can-cut-energy-costs ..read more