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In conjunction with the EPA's Energy Star program, the National Restaurant Association has launched a campaign that encourages the country's 1 million dining establishments to reduce energy and water use.
By reducing their use of energy and water, restaurants can save on utility costs. The association provides a free checklist of energy- and water-saving tips to get participants started on the National Restaurant Association Conserve/EPA Energy Star Challenge. The checklist includes steps such as turning off lights and equipment when not in use, serving water upon request, and motivating employees to reinforce conservation efforts.
Another step encourages restaurant operators to benchmark their current energy and water consumption. By measuring usage, operators can identify opportunities for savings, validate their efforts, and set goals for future reductions. One tool participants can utilize is EPA's free Energy Star Portfolio Manager, which allows users to set and measure energy- and water-reduction targets.
For more information, visit Conserve.Restaurant.org.
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National Restaurant Association Launches Green Campaign
May 18, 2009In conjunction with the EPA's Energy Star program, the National Restaurant Association has launched a campaign that encourages the country's 1 million dining establishments to reduce energy and water use.
By reducing their use of energy and water, restaurants can save on utility costs. The association provides a free checklist of energy- and water-saving tips to get participants started on the National Restaurant Association Conserve/EPA Energy Star Challenge. The checklist includes steps such as turning off lights and equipment when not in use, serving water upon request, and motivating employees to reinforce conservation efforts.
Another step encourages restaurant operators to benchmark their current energy and water consumption. By measuring usage, operators can identify opportunities for savings, validate their efforts, and set goals for future reductions. One tool participants can utilize is EPA's free Energy Star Portfolio Manager, which allows users to set and measure energy- and water-reduction targets.
For more information, visit Conserve.Restaurant.org.
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