《Business Decision》.pdfVIP

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Business Decision: Manage Energy Costs A 430-F-06-008 April 2006 EP GETTING STARTED IS EASY. Start with simple, reliable, low-risk, high-return energy savers. 1 Change five lights. Replace your most frequently used incandescent light bulbs with ENERGY STAR qualified lights. Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) cost about two-thirds less to operate, generate less heat, and last approximately 10 times longer. Remember to turn off lights and other equipment when not in use. Better yet, install occupant sensors that automatically adjust lighting. 2 Purchase ENERGY STAR qualified office equipment, appliances, and other products. ENERGY STAR qualified products can save up to 30% on your energy costs in more than 40 product categories, including lighting, small electronics, heating and cooling equipment, appliances, and commercial food service equipment. 3 Heat and cool smartly. Improve the performance of your HVAC system with pre-season maintenance “tune-ups.” Save energy by sealing any leaking HVAC ducts and cleaning or changing your HVAC filters every month during the cooling or heating season. Install and properly operate an ENERGY STAR qualified programmable thermostat and use fans to keep employees and customers comfortable. 4 Reduce seasonal heat gain or loss in your building. Take control of heating and cooling costs by using solar film, awnings or shade trees, and opening and closing curtains and blinds as needed. Poorly sealed windows and doors are drafty and waste energy. Seal these leaks with easy-to-install caulking and weatherstripping. 5 Tell your employees, customers, and other business