Target Energy

A mere 2% reduction in energy used would result in a saving of $32 million every year to the Christchurch community.

Energy can be a major cost of operating a business, so when you manage energy well it improves your profits.

Target Energy - What's in it for you?

  • Achieve cost savings from reduced energy usage
  • Create a competitive advantage – make your business a leader in sustainable business practice
  • Take pride in working for an environmentally conscious business

Target Energy - What's in it for the Environment?

  • Our energy consumption is steadily increasing, and with it our consumption of fossil fuels (at an unsustainable rate)
  • This consumption can not be allowed to escalate unabated if we are to prevent climate change drastically changing our world and the way we live

Calculate your Energy Consumption

To find out how much energy you are using locate your electricity, gas and fuel meter and start to record the readings over time. You can also check these meter readings against invoices to make sure you are being charged correctly.

It is advisable to do this before you set up your energy efficiency programme, because this will give you a baseline to measure your progress against.

Energy Audit

An energy audit gives a better indication of business energy usage. It will highlight areas where savings can be made. It can also show ways to improve productivity. It will also provide you with a baseline to compare options for improvements.

Get Started Today!

Very easy

  • Turn off all powered equipment when it is not in use
  • Open window blinds to reduce the use of artificial lighting
  • Turn off lights in areas when they are not needed e.g. storeroom and meeting rooms
  • Turn off unnecessary lights when it is after business hours

Easy

  • Clean windows to maximise natural light
  • Replace incandescent bulbs with energy saving compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs)
  • Use timers for air conditioning units so they can turn off outside normal business hours

Long-term

  • Weather proof your building. Ensure that all pipes entering the walls are appropriately fitted to prevent draughts
  • Install draught-proofing on all external windows and doors
  • Lag hot water pipes and cylinders
  • Install double glazed windows
  • Install occupancy sensor lights throughout your workplace

Download the Target Energy Business Guide for more detailed information. [PDF 292KB]

Download the Target Energy toolkit.

Before starting your resource efficiency programme download The Path to Sustainability toolkit for a 7 step implementation Guide.

Apply for free Target Sustainability Consultancy services.