Record readings on electricity, gas and fuel meters
Check readings against invoices
It is advisable to record and monitor your energy use before you set up your energy efficiency programme, because this will give you a baseline to measure your progress against
Carry out an energy audit
Highlight areas where savings can be made
Assess ways to improve productivity
Turn off powered equipment when not in use
Reduce artificial lighting by opening window blinds and cleaning windows
Turn off lights when not needed and after business hours
Use energy-efficient light bulbs
Use timers on air conditioning units so they can turn off outside normal business hours