4 Direct Measures To Save On Your Company's Energy Costs

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4 Direct Measures To Save On Your Company's Energy Costs

4 Direct Measures To Save On Your Company's Energy Costs

A facility manager is tasked with many responsibilities, one of which is to do more with less. This indirectly means maintaining the same fluidity and quality within business operations while continually optimizing the resources spent. One of these critical resources is energy, which presents many opportunities for cost reduction and thus more savings. Given how high energy consumption can eat away at a business's profits, it is vital to address small and big issues that may unnecessarily increase its usage without generating much additional value. Below, we go over four straightforward ways to tackle these issues and significantly reduce energy overhead costs.


1. Switch From Regular Light Bulbs To LEDs

Good lighting is one of the necessities of any working environment today. LED bulbs are the next best solution to save on lighting costs if natural lighting is unavailable. LED bulbs are highly cost-effective due to their capacity to produce equal or even more light using far less electrical energy than incandescent or fluorescent bulbs. Despite the higher initial cost, they are undoubtedly the better choice overall.


When it comes to making the switch, companies can do it in either one of two ways:

Change ordinary light bulbs with LEDs only when they need replacing, or

Change all the bulbs in one go


If the organization is in the middle of a project, it may be more worthwhile, to begin with LEDs. Otherwise, the slow and gradual approach may be better to prevent wasting bulbs still in use. As a final tip, consider placing replacement date tags on the new bulbs; this way, it will be efficient to keep track of their lifespan and when it is time to replace them.


 

2. Invest In Proximity Sensor Technology

Sensor technology goes hand in hand with energy-saving measures since they automatically prevent other electronics, such as light bulbs, from running while unused. Depending on the type of proximity sensors used, their primary function is to detect movement through infrared radiation (heat), light, sound or electromagnetic fields when a subject moves into the sensor's field.


For this article, let us focus on two types of proximity sensors commonly used:

Wall sensors combine well with most electrical structures already in place. Available in built-in and overlapping models, these types of sensors remove the need for significant interventions and can be conveniently placed strategically in high-traffic areas.

Ceiling sensors provide more range and can be installed as high as four meters. Its layout also offers a key advantage wherein it is inaccessible to anyone but authorized personnel for maintenance purposes only, deterring misuse that could affect or compromise its operation.



3. Observe Green IT Practices

Green IT is defined as a set of sustainable business computing practices provided by the IT industry. Like any other human activity, IT departments in all industries impact the environment, like high electricity consumption by computing hardware and waste generation called "electronic waste".


Depending on the company, facilities management typically has plenty of interactions with the IT department, specifically its support team. This team monitors the equipment and ensures projects will not be carried out alone by outsourced or contracted companies. All employees can observe small yet significant measures that help promote the quest towards a more sustainable working environment, which include:

  • Switching off all appliances like TVs and desktops when you are the last person to leave the office
  • Unplugging non-essential equipment from outlets after use
  • Thinking twice before printing to prevent energy and paper wastage
  • Establishing printing rules like double-sided printing, lower ink usage, following standard fonts, and more
  • Using recycled paper or drafts for non-formal documents

 


4. Optimize HVAC Systems And Performance

Due to ventilation being a complex yet indispensable requirement in any organization, its high energy consumption is inevitable; its efficacy is expected to degrade over time as the system becomes dirtier or has multiple malfunctions, resulting in abnormal operation, further increasing costs while producing diminished output. Thus, it is pivotal to seek companies specializing in building management and maintenance to maintain the HVAC's efficiency and ensure it poses no health risks.


When it comes to optimizing HVAC systems and their energy guzzlers like air conditioning, here are a few good practices to keep in mind:


  • Regularly keep the filter clean to prevent the device from working harder unnecessarily
  • Purchase devices featuring the correct power for the environment with the help of estimations of BTUs required to climate a space
  • Install condensers in places with excellent air circulation
  • Avoid shallow temperatures by adequately setting the thermostat (23? is the ideal temperature)


Conclusion

Sustainable growth begins with optimizing business processes and operations to do more with less. Thus, if your organization needs professional advice in further reducing energy costs, it is best to seek a professional energy management company for assistance. 


Here at KJTS Group, believing in performance-based solutions supported by innovative technology, we are the one-stop service provider for all your property management and maintenance needs. With many years of experience in the industry, our expert and dedicated engineers can give your facilities the highest efficiency to make them convenient and exceptionally suitable for learning.


To learn more about any of the solutions KJTS Group offers, please call us at +603-2716 6866 or email us at [email protected]. Let us elevate your energy management process with our innovative technology today.



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