How can you help CIT?

Ireland has a National Energy Efficiency Action Plan to reduce energy consumption by 33% across the Public Sector by 2020.  Help the Campus achieve their 33% energy reduction target by conserving energy now in Cork Institute of Technology by the following energy savings tips:

ELECTRICITY:

• Switch off electrical equipment when not in use.
• Set up hibernation mode on your laptop/PC, rather than stand-by mode which continues to use 70% of normal power.
• Switch off all lights when you are the last to leave a room / area.
• Use daylight where possible. It is free and more pleasant than artificial light.

HEATING:

• Keep windows closed while the heating is on.
• Keep entrance and exit doors to the building closed.
• Ensure all radiators are exposed to allow the heat to radiate throughout the room.
• Report any factors which affect comfort levels such as draughty windows and doors.
• A simple repair could save energy and improve user comfort.

WATER:

• Do not leave taps running! Turn on and off as you need when brushing teeth and washing dishes.
• Limit the time you spend in the shower to three songs max!