Making Your Business Energy-Efficient | Teems Electric

Do you know the definition of the word efficient? It is such a common word and so often tacked on to so many phrases because it literally means achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense. Life goals, right?

It is probably safe to assume that these days we are all looking for ways to be the most cost-efficient, time-efficient and energy-efficient we can possibly be in both our personal and our work lives. If you are a small business owner, investing in energy efficient electronics is a wise move for the overall costs you will save over time.

But what investments are the best ones? Where should you go all out, and where should you stick with what you have?

No matter the size of your business and the property where it is housed, you can make wise choices that will help you achieve that maximum productivity and allow you to appreciate your bottom dollar even more.

Efficient Choices for Small and Medium Properties

Almost 94% of commercial businesses are housed in smaller properties, and these buildings annually see 30% of waste in their energy costs. Taking steps to increase an office building’s energy efficiency can result in an increase of tenants that move in and stay due to the reduced overall costs for both the owner and the renter.

One of the most effective solutions is installing energy-efficient equipment in your building. While this can be costly, it offers great long-term results on how your building runs and how much it costs to run it.

HVAC units, solar panels and energy star-rated office printers are some large investments that can make a big difference, but even adding desk lamps and blinds that allow more natural lighting can help your overall efficiency.

There are also plenty of low-cost or no-cost ways to increase that maximum productivity. Turning off as many electronics as possible overnight or any other time the office is closed can be a small change that goes a long way.

You can also get the whole crew involved by setting energy goals for each month and keeping up with energy audits so everyone is aware of the impact they are making.

Make being energy-efficient a team strategy so that everyone involved understands the importance of, well, being involved!

Warehouse and Large Building Choices

If you own a large warehouse-style building, you already know that cutting costs any way you can cut costs is essential. Most industrial buildings in the United States were built more than 50 years ago, which means they could require quite a few updates in order to become more efficient spaces.

Adding insulation and switching to energy-efficient lighting and HVAC systems are some of the best changes a warehouse owner can make in order to lower the overall cost of running a business. If the opportunity exists, connecting to a community solar plant can offer a cut in energy costs without the addition of personal solar panels.

Whether your commercial property is large or small, going energy-efficient will always be a wise choice. Not only will you lower your overall costs, you also contribute to your community when you opt for eco-friendly products and solutions.

And when your community knows you are willing to do what it takes for the good of all, they are more willing to patronize your business. That, in business terms at least, is also “life goals.”

Ready to make energy-efficient switches at your commercial property? Call us to create the perfect plan for you.