How to Improve Your Carbon Footprint and Profits with Energy Efficiency
For many SMEs, a key way to reduce your direct carbon footprint is through energy efficiency. Reducing your carbon footprint makes you more attractive to big customers, and as a bonus, it can also reduce your electricity bill. The key is finding a balance between sustainability and ensuring your business is profitable - something we are experts in.
How to Increase Energy Efficiency:
Conduct an Energy Audit: An energy audit can help you identify where most of your electricity bill is spent. For the equipment and appliances that use the most electricity, there are practical ways to increase energy efficiency.
Upgrade Older Equipment: Consider upgrading to energy-efficient models. Depending on electricity prices and the increased efficiency, these investments can save you operating expenses in the long run. The key is balancing the up-front costs with the long-term savings. Download our free template here to get started.
Optimize Your Processes: Find ways to optimize your process. For example, if equipment takes a long time to start up and shut down, you may save a lot of energy (and money) by batching orders, running the equipment for longer uninterrupted periods.
Eliminate Unnecessary Energy Use: Some equipment or lights are left running, even though they are not needed - think empty refrigerators or air conditioners cooling unoccupied rooms. Taking the time to shut off or consolidate this unused equipment can save you time and money.
Every bit of electricity you save helps reduce your contribution to climate change - and that of your customers as well. In the EU, some industries can see tangible value from these reductions via carbon taxes and markets. Becoming more efficient doesn’t just help reduce your business’s costs, but can make it a more valuable partner too.
It takes time and research to make the right decisions - that’s where we can come in and help you make the right choice for your business. Email us at contact@quicksustainability.com today to get started.
