For most companies, energy use is a necessary cost of doing business. In addition, from heating and cooling workspaces to transportation and electronics, business energy expenses are big. Can you say one of the top three costs incurred by 35% of small businesses?! That’s according to the National Federation of Independent Businesses.
While energy costs impact a wide variety of small businesses, many do not know about the simple, cost effective ways to conserve energy. These opportunities vary across different areas and industries, but chances are your business could spend less. From tax credits to individual actions in your workplace, learn about nine different ways to run a more lean, profitable, and earth friendly business by saving on energy expenses.
1. Monitor Office-Wide Energy Use