1.Take advantage of the used-oil exemption rule by installing an oil-drip heater for your facility. you can burn your used oil and generate heat at your facility reducing the disposal costs associated with oil .
2.Keep interior doors closed that separate bay areas from the rest of the building.
3. Install an exhaust fan system with hose connections to tailpipes to remove exhaust fumes without displacing the heated or cooled air in the service area.
4.Proper maintenance of equipment, including vehicle repair equipment, heating, cooling and office equipment, is essential for obtaining maximum energy efficiency.
5. Check and replace filters often and follow manufacturer-recommended maintenance schedules. ‰
6. Turn off computers and equipment when not in use and at the end of the day.
7. Buy energy-efficient machines.
8. Landscaping around a building can provide shade in the summer and protection against wind in the winter lowering heating and cooling costs and saving money.
9.Turn off lights when an area (break room, bathroom or storage closet) is unoccupied.
10. Install timing devices on lights, vending machines and copiers to power down the machines during times of low use or purchase equipment with this option.
11. Replace incandescent exit lights with three to seven watt LED exit lights.
These lights last longer (up to 25 years) and reduce maintenance costs.