The University of Pretoria’s staff, students and contractors’ community must be energy-efficient and smart about power. Collectively, the small things we do every day add up to a big impact. Here are a few ways you can help the University save energy as a staff member or student: 

COMPUTERS / WORKSTATIONS

• Turn off monitors and computers at the plug when you leave – don’t leave them on standby.
• Optimise the brightness of your monitors.
• Activate power-saving settings on your computers and laptops.
• Use the hibernation feature on your computers 

OFFICE

• Instead of switching on the lights, use natural light from windows and skylights if possible.
• Don't leave lights on in unoccupied rooms – and make sure everyone shares the responsibility for this.
• Control your heating and cooling.
• If a room feels cold, check windows are closed before reaching for the heating controls
• Dress for the season to reduce your reliance on air conditioning.
• Keep the thermostat between 20-23°c.
• Switch off air conditioning when you leave your office and remember to switch it off when you go home.
• Switch off the lights and ensure air conditioning is turned off in meeting rooms when people leave
• Don’t fill the kettle to full capacity if you only need water for one cup.
• Print only when necessary.
• Ensure communal equipment is turned off at the end of the day
• Use the stairs

If you want to report any faulty or defective lights please contact Eenstop:

[email protected]

Contact number: 012 420 2244