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| Lower Your Thermostat in Winter |
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No matter what type of heating system you have, a small
reduction in the normal workplace temperature can make a significant difference
in your fuel use. In fact, for every 1°F reduction you will save approximately
3 percent in total energy.
If you gradually reduce the temperature -- try one degree
a week -- you can make the change relatively painless. Cut 5°F from both your
day and night settings and you can reduce your winter heating needs by about
15 percent, a return many businesses find well worth the small sacrifice in
comfort.
Your building may also have uneven heating patterns that
force some employees to endure high temperatures so that workers in colder areas
will be comfortable.
An energy expert may be able to adjust your system to alleviate
uneven temperatures. If adjustments prove insufficient, you can investigate
space heaters for these cold spots so you can reduce the overall temperature
setting.
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