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Turn off lights, appliances
and computers when you're not using them. |
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When available, natural
light should be utilised by arranging working areas
near windows. |
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Use only the lights you
really need. |
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Keep light fixtures clean. |
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Turn off appliances at the
wall. Do not leave televisions or radios etc in
"stand-by" mode after use. |
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Unplug battery chargers
as soon as batteries are charged, especially cell
phones, drills and other portable appliances. |
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Switch off computers at
the wall when not in use. This will also prevent
hackers getting into your computer in your absence.
If processors must be left on and unattended, switch
off VDU monitors and printers. |
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Mini-transformers that are
unplugged into the mains power sockets to run portable
appliances (such as mini-stereos, radios, etc.)
in lieu of battery power should be switched off
when they are not being used. |
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Run effluent pumps at night
when the tariff is cheaper. |
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Use highly efficient fluorescent
light sources in task areas such as workshop. These
can be used for five nights at the same cost as
an incandescent lamp for one night, and will last
much longer. |
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Fit motion sensor lights
where lighting is needed only occasionally, e.g.
security lights, porch lights, passage and stairwell
lights, garage lights. |
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Use timers and sensors to
add flexibility, safety and security to your system. |
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Use timers to turn lights
on and off while you are out for an evening or on
holiday. |
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