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Energy Saving Tips for the Home – OFFICE

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More and more people are working from home offices now. While this may save time and money on commuting, it can lead to increases in home energy costs.

Multi-Function or All-In-One Devices

  • Multi-function or All-in-One devices combine multiple functions such as print, copy, fax and scan, to save both space and energy.
  • Look for devices that are ENERGY STAR certified.
  • Enable power management features for additional savings.
  • Turn power off when not in use.

Power Adapters

  • Unplug power adapters and battery chargers when equipment is fully charged or disconnected from them.

Power Strip

  • Use a power strip to control power to all your electrical equipment.
  • Learn more:
    • Even while turned off, electronic and IT equipment continue to use a small amount of electricity.
    • U.S. households spend approximately $100 a year powering devices set on standby modes, accounting for nearly 8% of the total household electricity costs.
    • Using a power strip for all your electrical devices saves on electricity costs by eliminating standby power consumption.

Computer/Monitor

  • Look for ENERGY STAR certified home office equipment, as they use less energy without sacrificing performance.
  • Enable power management features on your computer and monitor.
  • Learn more:
    • Since most home office equipment is on 24 hours a day, set them to automatically switch to sleep mode in order to conserve energy.
    • By automatically switching to sleep mode, electronic equipment will run cooler, last longer and help you save on air conditioning costs as well.
    • Reduce costs by turning off your computer monitor when not in use or switching it to sleep mode, instead of using a screensaver.
    • Turn off fax machines, printers, scanners, etc., when not in use.

Desk Lamp

  • Use ENERGY STAR certified fixtures and light bulbs.
  • Turn off all lights when leaving the room.
  • Learn more:
    • Home office lights are often used for many hours a day, so switch to ENERGY STAR certified desk lamps or compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) to conserve energy.
    • CFLs provide high quality light, use 75% less energy and last up to 10 times longer than standard incandescent light bulbs.
    • ENERGY STAR certified lighting options could help reduce your energy bills and replacement costs.

Air Register

  • Ensure vent connections and registers are well sealed at floors, walls and ceilings, which are all common areas for disconnected ducts and leakage.
  • Make sure all vents are clear of furniture and rugs, in order to improve airflow and comfort.
  • Install heat resistant reflectors between radiators and walls to reflect heat back into the room instead of onto walls.

Outlet

  • Unplug any battery chargers or power adapters when not in use.
  • Use inexpensive outlet gaskets to seal any holes around outlets.
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