Restaurants require and use more energy than any other type of commercial establishment. This is because of the large amounts of electricity and water needed to store, cook, and serve foods. Investing in energy-efficient equipment goes a long way, however there are several day-to-day tips and tricks you can follow to lower your monthly utility bills.
7 TIPS TO SAVE ENERGY & MONEY
Turn off the idle equipment and equipment when it is not needed
By turning off running idle equipment, this can save hundreds of dollars a month.
Perform Equipment Maintenance
Make sure to routinely clean and maintain your equipment, this ensures that the equipment is not working harder than it needs to be.
Reduce Water Consumption
Restaurants require a large amount of water to properly operate. By using low-flow spray valves you can reduce the amount of water you use. Another effective way to save money by reducing water consumption is to always repair leaky faucets.
Use Energy-Efficient Lighting
You may significantly reduce the amount of electricity you spend on lighting by replacing fluorescent bulbs with energy-efficient lights. By conserving energy and reducing greenhouse emissions, you'll benefit the environment in addition to saving money on your electricity bills.
Decrease heat usage
By using less hot water or preventing your employees from making changes to temperature settings on the thermostat can make a difference. You can also reduce heat usage by investing in a smart thermometer and installing unheated hand dryers.
Reduce Ambient Temperatures in your kitchen
When the ambient temperatures are too high in your kitchen, your refrigeration equipment works harder to keep foods chilled. You can keep ambient temperatures down by using induction equipment, installing exhaust hoods above your dish machine and by using LED lightbulbs throughout your kitchen.
Maintain proper equipment clearances
The layout of your kitchen can directly affect the efficiency of your kitchen equipment. You will want to make sure your refrigeration equipment has enough room to breathe and expel hot air, without proper ventilation space around the unit, this will result in using more energy to stay cool.
By using these tips, you will help your facility reduce waste and save money. If you have any questions regarding the purchase of new foodservice equipment, Cook’s is happy to help.
