Saving Energy

There are several resources available to assist building owners and operators in improving a building's energy efficiency. To get started, check out the links on this website or contact Lorina for more information:

Lorina Keery
Energy and Environmental Manager
lorina@boma.bc.ca
604-684-3916 x225

Energy-Savings Tips

Building owners and managers have the opportunity to decrease
energy consumption and realize cost savings by upgrading old
technologies with more energy-efficient ones listed below. Improving energy efficiency can lower maintenance and operation costs, create comfortable and efficient workplace environments for tenants and reduce the carbon footprint of buildings.

Several energy-efficient technologies are ideal for offices.

Energy Saver T8 fluorescent lamps

• 50% more efficient than T12s
• Virtually eliminates lamp flickering

Compact fluorescent lights (CFLs)

• Use 75% less energy to produce the same amount of light and last up to ten times longer
• Ideal to use in hard-to-reach places and where lights are left on for long periods of time

LED exit signs

• Extremely long product life - LEDs last 10 to 25 years
• Reduce energy consumption by up to 90%

Lighting and HVAC occupancy sensors

• Depending on the room, savings can be up to 70%
• Extends the life of lighting products and reduce maintenance costs

More tips on achieving energy efficiency.