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Switch to Save series
A series of short videos with smart carbon-saving ideas that are easy to implement. Start saving today!
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Introduction
Welcome to Carbon Down's Switch to save series. A collection of tips and advice for any business. Follow these you'll save money and cut your carbon footprint.
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Total views: 132
De-Lamping
In areas that receive adequate natural light or where lighting levels are sufficient, consider the de-lamping option - it could save you money.
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Total views: 196
Businesses have done this: 8
Carbon saved (kg): 3,120
Replace 50W halogens with 35W
Halogen downlights are a stylish, simple and effective type of lighting, but if you have them fitted and don’t have the right globe, they can be expensive to run.
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Total views: 133
Businesses have done this: 6
Carbon saved (kg): 3,960
Replace incandescent bulbs with CFLs
Out with the old, and in with the new. This video looks at replacing energy-hungry incandescent light bulbs with the latest and greatest, energy-efficient CFLs.
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Total views: 72
Businesses have done this: 4
Carbon saved (kg): 4,400
Install a kill switch
While you’re off enjoying the weekend, think about this, any electrical equipment that you've left switched on is costing your business money. Kill switches are the answer.
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Total views: 114
Businesses have done this: 1
Carbon saved (kg): 860
Install timers on electrical devices
Electrical timers are a fantastic way to better manage stand-alone electrical equipment that isn't needed around the clock; they’re great for printers, hot-water urns and much more.
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Total views: 101
Businesses have done this: 2
Carbon saved (kg): 500
'Switch Off' signage
Switch-off and save money. 'Switch-off' signs are a simple and easy-to-use reminder for your team to take actions to save energy and reduce everyday costs around the workplace.
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Total views: 77
Businesses have done this: 3
Carbon saved (kg): 900
Avoid disposable coffee cups
Did you know that most disposable coffee cups are not recyclable? Switch to a more environmentally friendly alternative to build team morale and create a healthier planet.
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Total views: 300
Businesses have done this: 11
Carbon saved (kg): 385
Bokashi Bucket
So you know how to recycle your paper, cardboard, plastic and glass waste, but how do you rid of your organic waste responsibly? There’s an easy solution, find out how...
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Total views: 123
Businesses have done this: 1
Carbon saved (kg): 70
Install a Draftstoppa
Your heating and cooling system could be working harder than necessary - costing you money, but there is a simple but effective fix to lower your power bills and carbon emissions.
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Total views: 87
Businesses have done this: 3
Carbon saved (kg): 2,940
Weather Stripping Doors
Want to save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions? Find out a really cost-effective way to keep your office warm in winter and cool in summer, without costing the earth.
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Total views: 112
Businesses have done this: 3
Carbon saved (kg): 480
Weather Stripping Windows
You sit and stare through your window every day, but do you realise the widow to the outside world might actually be costing you money? There is a solution...
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Total views: 127
Businesses have done this: 4
Carbon saved (kg): 172
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