Smart Energy-Saving Solutions for Your Office

Office equipment and computer technology can be used to store and analyze critical data, improve productivity and enhance your operations. That's smart business.

Computers and office equipment also use a significant amount of energy, and much of that energy is wasted as a result of carelessness or the use of outdated equipment. Not smart. You can wise up and save energy and money through a combination of low-cost upgrades and operational improvements:

• Turn off equipment when not in use. This is the simplest and most cost-effective way to reduce energy waste.
• Turn off screen savers. Contrary to popular belief, screen savers waste energy by keeping computers active.
• Use power-management settings. Many computers, printers and copiers are left on all day but see little use. You can save a significant amount of energy by using power management settings. Laptops, for example, typically use 20-30 watts of power, but only 1-2 watts in sleep mode.
• Share printers. Printers use a surprising amount of energy, especially when there's one in every office. Network printers so multiple employees can share them. This saves on operating costs and reduces paper waste.
• Unplug chargers. Battery chargers for laptops, phones and other equipment continue to draw power when they're not in use.
• Plug smart. Printers, copiers and other office equipment also continue to draw power when they're not being used. Advanced power strips use timers or sensors to shut off equipment when it's not needed.

Give your office ENERGY STAR®  quality

When you purchase new computers and office equipment, make sure they're ENERGY STAR® rated for energy-efficient performance. ENERGY STAR® -certified computers and imaging products use up to 35% less energy than standard equipment.

With a few smart choices and target upgrades, you can do business in your office more efficiently.