Individual eco-gestures
 |
Turn off everythingTurn off lights, computers and any device in standby mode when you leave. Use power strips with switches to make life easier. |
 |
Wear warm clothesA jumper, good shoes and comfortable clothes provide a valuable sense of warmth. |
 |
Close blindsThe heat stays inside and you will benefit from it the next day. |
 |
Avoid using private appliancesKettles, coffee machines and other small appliances consume a lot of energy, even on standby. Prefer collective equipment. |
 |
Don't cover radiatorsFurniture, files or clothes left on or in front of the radiators reduce their performance. |
 |
Ventilate widelyBy opening the windows wide once or twice a day, you can renew the air and save on heating. |
 |
No auxiliary heaterIndividual electric heaters and hot air blowers consume a lot of energy. They are prohibited at the UNIGE. |
 |
Take the stairs insteadLifts also consume energy. Go for a healthy choice instead. |
 |
Unplug your chargersPlug chargers consume electricity even when they are not connected to a device. Do not leave your batteries unattended when charging. |
 |
Inform yourself and those around youShare good practice with your colleagues and friends. |
For our research staff
 |
Start energy-intensive processes during off-peak hours and at nightThis will help you to avoid consumption peaks. |
 |
Identify equipment that can be turned off completely, especially at night20 minutes of start-up time is better than kWh consumed unnecessarily. |
 |
Share equipment, especially fridgesA freezer on for one sample? Give it to a colleague and turn it off. |