Go beyond lighting to other significant electrical loads, such as plug loads, to implement energy-efficient control solutions.
Plug-in products are a leading source of energy consumption. In fact, plug loads can account for up to 15 to 20% of the energy consumed by commercial buildings and homes. In fact, according to the EPA, "energy consumption by office equipment represents the fastest growing use of electricity in the country."
A single workspace can consume 1,500 kWh each year with an average cost of $175 (and growing)! Add up the cost of every workspace and the amount is staggering.
Fortunately, it's easy to eliminate almost half of this energy use by turning off unneeded outlets when spaces are unoccupied. This strategy not only turns off unused equipment, it also addresses the problem of “phantom loads.”
WattStopper offers both system and stand-alone solutions for controlling plug loads.