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Top 5 Energy and Water Efficiency Tips for Small Commercial Buildings

  1. Lighting – compact fluorescent, LED, day lighting (using natural sunlight) and motion sensors or timers
  2. Envelope (the roof and walls) – well sealed, plenty of insulation in wall, floors, attic, foundation
  3. Heating and cooling – energy efficient heating and cooling systems of the proper size, including renewables like geothermal, biomass, and passive solar.
  4. Efficient equipment – energy-saving equipment
  5. Windows – insulated, with tinting that allows light but not heat to pass

Posted on Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 07:13PM by Registered CommenterAdministrator | CommentsPost a Comment

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