At Work

Tips to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions around the office

Turn your computer off when not in use.
Use as little paper as possible when printing, photocopying and faxing.
ALWAYS print on both sides on a sheet of paper.
Remember to turn the lights off whenever possible.

Individuals can even make a difference while at work! Check out the links below to see what initiatives are occuring right here in Saskatchewan!

The Office of Energy Conservation website lists several energy efficiency Programs available throughout the province. Specific initiatives include: The Solar Pool Heating Program and The Saskatchewan Municipal Energy Efficiency Initiative . Related News Release.

Related Links:

Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers - Reducing carbon emissions around the office maybe easier that you think. Visit the Charted Institution of Building Services Engineers to learn more.

Developed by fleet managers for fleet managers, E3 Fleet provides services and resources to assist trucking, utility, urban delivery, courier, government and other fleets that want to: Increase fuel efficiency, reduce emissions, and reduce costs. Also, make sure to check out E3 Fleet's Green Fuels Map of Canada. Find a station near you!

EcoEnergy offers a list of Inncentives and Grants for businesses that want to save energy.

Using the power of the sun to heat buildings and water not only helps business lower costs, but it reduces the amount of harmful emissions produced. The ecoENERGY for Renewable Heat program will be offered to the industrial/commercial/institutional sector to install active energy-efficient solar air and water heating systems.

ENERGY STAR^® - Office Equipment
Want to learn more about the energy star label and what products you can purchase for your office that are energy efficient?

FleetSmart offers free practical advice on how energy-efficient vehicles and business practices can reduce your fleet's operating costs, improve productivity and increase your competitiveness.

Green House Gas Registry - Some organizations have set goals and worked towards achieving reductions in their GHG emissions. Look at the Saskatchewan organizations that have committed to this cause.

Government of Canada resources for industry and business.

Natural Resources Canada's (NRCan's) ecoENERGY Retrofit program is designed to help industrial facilities overcome financial barriers to improving the energy efficiency of their operations. NRCan will provide a financial incentive of up to 25 percent of project costs to a maximum of $50,000 per application and $250,000 per corporate entity to help small- and medium-sized industrial facilities implement energy-saving projects.

Pembina's Climate Change Solutions
Pembina's Climate Change Solutions provides extensive information, identifies opportunity areas and tools and resources. Note the City of Regina and the Alice Turner Library in Saskatoon in the section Success Stories.

pewclimate.org Businesses who provide support on climate change.

The Province of Saskatchewan's Green Initiatives Fund is part of the Green Strategy. The Fund provides financial support to Saskatchewan's people, communities and businesses so that we can work together to create a green and prosperous future.