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Restaurants use up to 5-7 times more energy per square foot than other commercial buildings.
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Restaurants use 1/3rd of all electricity in the retail sector.
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Food preparation consumes the most amount of energy in a restaurant.
WAYS TO REDUCE ENERGY
Energy Star appliances are 30-40% more efficient than conventional models.
LEDs use up to 90% less energy, last longer, contain no mercury, and emit fewer greenhouse gases than incandescent bulbs.
Occupancy sensors can reduce energy usage by an estimated 60%.
Strip curtains could save enough energy to power a residential home for one year.
Programmable thermostat can help reduce energy. Energy use falls by 4 to 5 percent for every degree that you raise your cooling thermostat setpoint.
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Tackle the small, but effective steps first, such as the suggestions above
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Give incentives for employees to carpool, bike, or use public transportation to get to work
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Find Certified Green Products Here
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Check out our Energy Standards to learn more
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Become a Certified Green Restaurant®
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Dine at a Certified Green Restaurant®
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Encourage your favorite restaurant to become a Certified Green Restaurant®
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Bike, walk, or use public transporation to get to your favorite restaurant
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