Every year, businesses waste energy due to inefficient practices and outdated systems. Studies indicate that up to 30% of the energy used in commercial buildings is wasted, translating to substantial financial losses and a significant environmental impact. Improving energy efficiency is not just a cost-saving measure; it's a crucial step towards a sustainable future by reducing carbon emissions and conserving South Africa's valuable energy resources.

This one-hour workshop will introduce the topic of energy efficiency, provide an overview of the best practices to drive energy efficiency in businesses, and provide examples of the key ways in which energy is wasted by businesses.

Outcome (Key Take Aways):

• The benefits of implementation energy efficiency in your businesses
• The role of energy monitoring in achieving energy efficiency
• Key opportunities for reducing energy consumption
• Addressing out-of-hours energy use
• Optimisation of energy using assets
• Determining if technology change is financially beneficial
• The role of staff and behavioural change in energy efficiency