Insulate Magazine Issue 11

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If your business has fewer than 10 employees,
you may be eligible to upgrade to a smart meter
at no additional cost; others may need to pay
a small charge for the installation or access to
data.
Your supplier will tell you about any charges up
front. Contact your energy supplier today about
arranging your installation.
Dr. Paul Swift from the Carbon Trust
gives his tips on how construction firms can get smart about energy.
Make smart plans: Be ready to advise clients on how to reduce their future energy bills, through options
such as LED lighting or choice of building materials. Get smart meters installed in new builds.
Look after your tools: Use tools according to guidelines and only run them when needed. Badly
maintained equipment uses more energy and is more likely to fail, so get them regularly PAT-tested and
clean filters and air intakes.
Energy management: Install controls that allow you to turn off site areas not in use. Ensure any damaged
cables or unused connections are removed. If you need a generator, size correctly to prevent wasting money
on fuel.
Understand your energy consumption: Getting a smart meter installed on your business premises helps
track energy costs and budget spend. Use your smart meter to identify patterns, find unexpected spikes
and encourage energy saving both on and off site.
Scheduling: Plan to use equipment in one run, rather than a series of bursts. Get a temporary
connection to the electricity grid as soon as possible!
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