Energy Conservation at Work

Why is it that the push and promotion of energy conservation is so focused on the home. Do we not spend as much, if not more time at work?

The concepts of energy conservation at the office would be almost identical to at home. Simple things like: turn off the lights when you are not in the boardroom; when replacing the office refrigerator get an energy star model; use Compact Fluorescent Light bulbs wherever possible; etc.

For more tips on energy conservation for businesses check out this site: Ontario Ministry of Energy - Saving Energy for Small Business

The main reason I have come up for this disconnect between home and office energy conservation is that one of the prime motivators of energy conservation is to save money. At the office, where the bills are not as visible, this motivation is not as strong.

Furthermore, to incorporate an energy conservation program in the workplace I suspect would involve someone taking ownership of it, similar to the health and safety representative position. I am not aware of any home that requires the appointment of a health and safety rep!

However, the potential upside for individuals and companies if they were to adopt an energy conservation program could be enormous. Not only could your company save money [and your name would be associated with it], but it would also be a great corporate message for your customers and clients. The best part is that most of it is just the same common sense actions we do at home all the time. Now go find a boardroom light to turn off!