WAYS YOUR BUSINESS CAN SAVE ON NATURAL GAS COSTS

It's important for businesses to be both eco-friendly and cost-effective. Saving natural gas is a smart move! From using energy-efficient technologies to making simple changes in how things are done every day, these ideas guide businesses towards a more planet- and budget-friendly path.

1. Get a tune-up on your heater to ensure your system is operating efficiently. New, clean air filters can improve airflow and heating. Check out water heater rebates up to $500 on the purchase of new, qualifying energy-efficient gas water heaters at sdge.com/rebates.

2. Add weatherstripping, caulking or foam insulation around windows and doors to help reduce drafts.

3. Caulk ducts, plumbing openings, recessed lighting fixtures and other spaces that leak air into walls, floors and ceilings.

4. Ensure that the furnace damper works correctly to avoid heating cold, outside air.

5. Check your HVAC filters monthly and clean it or replace it if it’s dirty. Keeping your HVAC system properly maintained can help save on heating costs.

6. Sealing and insulating air ducts can help improve system efficiency.

7. Could your business benefit from customized recommendations on how to save energy? SDG&E’s Business Energy Solutions Program can help identify ways to lower utility bills through energy-efficient upgrades. Program contractors audit the site, identify available

upgrades and install the new equipment – many at no cost! Learn more at sdge.com/BES.

8. Did you know ceiling fans help in the colder months too? Change the rotation of your fan blades to clockwise, which will pull warm air down and spread it throughout the room.

9. Lower your office’s temperature. Your business can keep comfortable without cranking up the heat. Don’t completely turn off your heat overnight though – you’ll use more energy to heat the building again in the morning. Find rebates on smart thermostats at sdge.com/rebates.

Visit sdge.com/MyBusiness for more helpful energy-saving tips, tools and programs for your business.