Smart Tips For Energy Efficiency - Pantry Equipment
Large amount of energy can be consumed in the pantry. With clear energy-saving concept, you will find many of opportunities to cut cost.
Smart Choice of Equipment
- Look for products registered under Energy Efficient Labelling Scheme (EELS)
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has launched EELS for refrigerators. You may choose pantry equipment with Grade 1 labels and save electricity cost.
- Install self-closing hot water faucets in public restrooms
In addition to educating your staff, installation of self-closing hot water faucets can avoid waste of hot water and electricity due to carelessness.
Energy Efficient Practices
- Turn appliances off when not in use
Energy saving can be achieved by keeping the appliance "ON" only when it is being in use. Most pantry equipment takes a very short time to pre-heat, therefore it is reasonable to ensure that this guideline is adhered to.
- Use smaller equipment if only low usage of cooking or heating is required
Don't use equipment with just partially loaded. Small appliances such as microwave ovens and kettles are more energy efficient and should be used for cooking or heating food of small quantity. Don't oversize your appliances, just size them to meet your needs.
- Don't overheat the water
Define the usage of your hot water, for boiling, cleaning, cooking or else. If the temperature of your system is higher than it is required to be, lowering it can help save energy.
- Keep equipment in good condition
Clean, well-maintained equipment can enhance energy conservation. Repair leaky hot water faucet and other hot water piping leakage.
- Maintain refrigerating and freezing equipment at optimum level
Perform maintenance on refrigerating and freezing equipment periodically. For example: keep heat transferring surfaces clean; set operating temperature at optimum level and check regularly to maintain consistent temperature; check door seals and weather-strippings regularly and repair whenever necessary.