Tips for Making Your Warehouse More Energy-Efficient | Teems Electric

We all know that proper warehousing is so important to fulfillment and merchandising, but did you know that it can also be an important component for your business’ saving strategy, too?

Warehouses are one of the biggest overheads for businesses that carry inventory—in fact, it is estimated that warehousing costs can account for up to 10% of a company’s revenue

The cost of illuminating, heating and cooling a warehouse can quickly grow astronomical, but by making your facility more energy-efficient, you can quickly find creative ways to save. Read on to learn some of our favorite warehouse energy efficiency tips.

Ideas for Making Your Warehouse More Efficient

Conduct regular energy use audits. To understand where you can save on energy costs for your warehouse, it is vital to understand where you are spending. This is a great change to make use of an energy efficiency checklist so you can figure out exactly where your money is going.

Get a handle on heating and cooling costs. Running the HVAC system in a warehouse is often a major source of overhead, but it is an area ripe for cutting costs. If your warehouse is not operational ²⁴⁄₇, consider getting a smart thermostat with a schedule to cut down on unnecessary electricity use. Additionally, installing fans and heaters can help with any area that is heated or cooled unevenly.

Save on lighting where possible. Lighting is another major cost source for warehouses. If you have fixtures that take four or more bulbs, you can always put fewer bulbs in, which can add up to much less energy use. Additionally, using motion sensing lights and LED bulbs can make a major difference.

Seal your dock doors. If you have large loading bays that must stay open for a major part of the day, adding some sealant can help keep the temperature-controlled air you are paying for inside. Loading dock seals that seal around docked trucks, and heavy plastic curtains that can be opened or shut as needed are two crucial ways to save.

If you have questions about how we can help you make your warehouse more energy-efficient, we would love to chat. Contact us today to learn more about our services.