Spruce Up Your Business’ Energy Savings

It's almost tax time, and if your business owes taxes, you might be feeling some additional financial pressure due to economic inflation. That means now is a good time to make sure your building is equipped for maximal energy savings to offset those other expenses.

LED lighting for your business allows you to maintain your preferred brightness levels while keeping energy costs low. And don’t forget about outdoor lighting options and timers for automatic shut-off overnight.

Check any refrigeration to ensure it’s running optimally and keeping items cool without setting the thermostat lower than necessary. Keep up with regular maintenance and Freon refills to ensure safe and longer-lasting inventory.

Electric motor-driven systems account for about 25% of all commercial energy use. For larger operations, variable speed drives may be necessary to optimize energy consumption.

Unplug unnecessary or unused appliances and electronic equipment. Many of these devices continue to draw power even when they’re turned off. Advanced power strips are a smart, low-cost upgrade.

Make sure your heating and air conditioning systems are sized correctly for your business space. If not, this could lead to insufficient cooling or the systems’ inefficient operation. Bandera Electric Cooperative’s energy advisers can help you evaluate your setup.

These tips can help you lower energy use while keeping your operations humming.

Bandera Electric Cooperative knows that your bottom line is important when making business operations decisions. If these or other energy-saving adjustments require purchases, be sure to check out our rebates section for ways to save.

As your local electric cooperative, we are happy to come to your office, warehouse or storefront to conduct a comprehensive energy audit to make sure you’re maximizing every dollar. Contact us today to schedule an energy audit.