Energy Saving
The greenest energy is the energy that you do not use !
Central Heating/Boiler/Fuel
All boilers across site now fuelled by Kerosene instead of Gas Oil - a cleaner, more efficient & cheaper fuel. New more efficient boilers installed at Main Boiler House and at Thames Court to replace ageing plant. We are currently looking at proposals to introduce additional satellite boilers across site to improve local building management/control & reduce running costs/emissions.
We have a dedicated Hot Water boiler for summer use - cheaper and more efficient than running all boilers.
Temperature controls
We have an ongoing programme of upgrade of radiator valves to TRVs (thermostatic radiator valves) to provide efficient local control.
Alternative fuels for vehicles
We are now considering Bio Diesel for College vehicles and garden machinery.
Light bulbs
Ongoing programme of replacement with low energy lamps & fittings; movement sensors installed into new and refurb facilities
Car Pool
We operate a ‘Car Pool’ where anyone can specify where they live, on the assumption they would be interested in car sharing.
Energy Meters
We use energy saving meters.
LED Lights
We are switching from halogen to LED lights.
PC Standby
We use PC and Peripherals - Energy standby modules.
Photocopiers/Printers
Automatic switch off if unused for certain period
Paper
Printing done double-sided wherever possible
Cooking equipment
‘Powered down’ whenever possible