Oct 14, 08



Show People Their Energy Use, and They Use Less


Speaking of making visible the invisible, an Epson program to make its employees more aware of their energy use found that those employees used 21 percent less energy over a two-year period:

The elements of this include comprehensive energy data collection, calculation of performance indicators and compliance with ISO14001. A new staff induction programme includes identifying the importance of energy efficiency. In common with other Epson facilities, there is a 'green factory committee', and an unusual and impressive 'energy mirror' in the main entrance that records and displays real-time electricity and gas use for all to see.

(via Judith Lewis)

Bookmark and Share

Help us change the world - DONATE NOW!

Comments

From the article, it seems that they simply took concrete steps to both better monitor their equipment's energy use, but also upgraded lighting, computer, and other systems, such that energy use decreased. I didn't quite see how this led to changes in employee behavior that decreased energy use.

Posted by: Joseph Willemssen on March 20, 2005 10:00 PM

EMAIL THIS ENTRY TO:



YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS:



MESSAGE (optional):



Our Mission

worldchanging was founded on the idea that real solutions already exist for building the future we want. it's just a matter of grabbing hold and getting moving.

Worldchanging Manifesto
Worldchanging Team Members

What else are we up to?
Find Out Now
Feedback

"The most important web site on the planet."

- Bruce Sterling

Speak Up

Have an idea or know about a great new tool or solution? We want to know about it!

Suggest a Story
Submission Guidelines


Contact Us

Editor
Advertising


Credits

Design:
Matt Chapman

Logo Design:
Egg

Hosting, Development, and Technical Management: