Energy-Saving Measures Any Business Can Use | Teems Electric

Did you know that small businesses in the United States spend more than $60 billion each year on energy? Even for the careful, budgeting business owner, energy-saving measures are often overlooked as a cost-effective strategy.

Many business owners assume that any energy-saving measures would cost money to be implemented, and this, on top of the planning they require, can be a detractor for taking any action at all.

Fortunately, we are here to tell you that saving energy does not have to be a major investment on the part of your business. There are plenty of small, inexpensive changes that business owners can make around their commercial space to make it more energy efficient.

Lighting, heating and cooling tend to be the biggest expenditures when it comes to energy usage, so below, we have listed out some tips to help you save.

How Small Businesses Can Save on Lighting Costs

  • As light bulbs need to be replaced, upgrade to fluorescent or LED lights.
  • Install inexpensive motion detectors on switches so lights turn off when no one is present.
  • Turn off any lights when a room is not in use (i.e. in closets, supply areas or bathrooms).
  • Use natural light over artificial light whenever possible.

How Small Businesses Can Save on Heating and Cooling Costs

  • Replace filters in your HVAC units every 30 days.
  • Have your HVAC system serviced yearly to catch any issues early.
  • Alter the temperature up or down appropriately when no one will be in the building.
  • Use fans in warm weather to keep air circulating and make rooms feel cooler.
  • Check weather stripping around external doors and windows and update as needed.

Other Easy Ways Small Businesses Can Save Energy

  • Use power strips around the office and turn them off when not in use.
  • Unplug appliances, chargers and computers when they are not in use.
  • Plant trees and shrubs around office windows (if allowed) to better insulate the building.
  • Keep track of your power bill each month so you are aware of other areas where you may be able to save.

If you need assistance in making your commercial space more energy-efficient, we can help. Contact us today to learn more about our services.