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Intro to Sustainability
Step 2: Adjust the thermostat
Overheating and overcooling costs you money. As per the Rocky Mountain Institute, you can save 2% in energy cost for every 1 degree lowered on the thermostat. So why not reduce energy used for heating and cooling?
Step 2.1: Set the thermostat to 78°F to 80°F in summer months. Save on cooling costs of about 4% to 8% for every degree raised.
Step 2.2: Set the thermostat to 68°F in winter months. Save 2% or more on heating costs for every one degree lowered on the thermostat. Wear appropriate clothing to suit the season.
Step 2.3: Invest in a programmable thermostat. Typically a programmable thermostat costs between $30 and $100. Click here to view thermostat products.
Step 2.4: Set time clocks for usage on the thermostat. Program it for the place when unoccupied.
Step 2.5: Use locking covers to avoid tampering of the temperature settings.
Step 2.6: Turn off the thermostat when not in use especially weekends and holidays. You may also turn it off half hour before leaving the office.