Energy usage represents over 50 percent of the campus’ carbon emissions. We will be doing our part to conserve energy by setting back temperatures in buildings to reduce energy use. Here are things you can do in your office, lab, room, or home to help save energy over winter break:
- POWER OFF all monitors and printers, and log out of all computers. If you plan to use Remote Desktop over the break, you will need to leave your PC on and change the setting for “Put the computer to sleep” to NEVER, under Power Options in Control Panel.
- UNPLUG cell phones, chargers, coffee makers, printers, TVs, stereos, power strips, and other electrical devices from the wall. Plugged in devices use power even when they are not turned on.
- Turn off the lights.
- Lock doors and windows. Close all blinds and curtains
- Vent hoods should be turned off or fully closed except when they are in use for experiments or material storage purposes.
Taking a few minutes before you leave for break – and reminding your colleagues to do so as well – can add up to significant savings over winter break!
Contact the Office of Sustainability for more information on how to save energy and reduce your carbon footprint.