Reduce consumption at work

Beyond the HOLISTIC Project, everyone can play a part in reducing energy global consumption by applying simple strategies.

Tips for the office

Paper and printing:

• Use recycled paper
• Print on both sides of the pages and, whenever possible, several pages per sheet of paper > make this the default setting on your machine
• Choose the "draft" setting for unofficial prints
• Avoid printing in colour whenever possible
• Save your e-mails electronically instead of printing them out


Energy consumption:

• Turn of your computer and screen if you are not using them for over 30 minutes
• Turn off all switches when you're leaving the office in the evening
• Lower the brightness of your computer screen 


Coffee break:

• Turn off the office's coffee maker before leaving
• Make sure waste from commonly used spaces is recycled properly (PET, aluminium, glass, coffee capsules)
• If you need to acquire a new coffee maker, you can check how efficient your chosen model is by going to TopTen.ch.

Coming to work:

• Prefer soft mobility (on foot or by bike) and public transport for your daily commute. Take a look at the "mobility tips" for Neuchâtel !
• Choose car-sharing if you have to use a personal vehicle. You can use the local car-sharing platform: www.neuchatel-covoiturage.ch.

Going further:

Different settings, a clever choice of materials, supporting employees in their use of public transport: all of this can have a significant impact on the use of resources in your company. Why not discuss it with your team?

Take a look at our checklist to discover the different ways you can save energy at work.