Have a policy to close blinds and curtains after hours

Office Checklist - Energy Conservation Category: 6. Have a policy to close blinds and curtains after hours

School Checklist - Energy Conservation Category: 6. Close blinds and curtains after hours to keep solar heat out on hot days

Example:

• Encourage employees to close their office and conference room blinds when leaving for the day​.

Benefit:​

Closing blinds keeps direct sunlight out of your workplace which reduces e unwanted solar heat gain. Closing window blinds can also save energy in the winter by adding insulation to the windows, reducing heat loss.