It's Better Off

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The big Easter switch off

Shut down

all non-essential equipment

Switch off

don't leave it on standby

Do your bit

Help the environment and save money

With utility prices still high we are consuming nearly £30,000 of Electricity each working weekday!

This year, the University is looking to reduce consumption by at least 5% over the Easter break, which would save nearly £5,000 and over 4 tonnes of Carbon over the 5 day Easter break.

Here are some tips below on the ways you can reduce consumption within your office or building during this time:

  • Ensure your PC or laptop and monitor are switched off – equipment like USB hubs and docking stations should also be unplugged
  • Ensure windows are shut to keep buildings secure and maintain temperature
    Unplug any phones or chargers
  • Turn off all the lights before leaving
  • Switch off all air con units, extractor fans and heaters
  • Switch off printers (except MFDs, which must remain on to prevent losing settings)
  • Turn off research equipment that does not need to be used over the break
  • Be sure to check what technical equipment can and can’t be switched off with a Technician or the user so as not to hinder any research.

The Facilities Management team will also be working behind the scenes to help minimise the mechanical plant running over the break.

For more information please contact your School or Services Carbon Action Plan team or the Sustainability team at Sustainability@mailbox.lboro.ac.uk.