Have a policy to turn off­ lights after leaving a room or use occupancy sensors

Office Checklist - Energy Conservation Category: 8. Have a policy to turn off lights after leaving a room or use occupancy sensors

School Checklist - Energy Conservation Category: 8. Have a policy to turn off lights after leaving a room or use occupancy sensors

Examples:

• Encourage staff to turn off lights when exiting an otherwise empty room by posting signage near light switches.

• Have motion activated or occupancy sensors which turn lights on automatically when someone enters a room, and save energy by turning lights off soon after the last occupant has left the room.

Benefit:

Reduces energy use and costs.