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GREEN OFFICE Remodel: Payback comes in 2-6 Years. Spend $15,000 to save $20,000 over 5 years. Tax Free ROI over 25%
Remodel |
Payback Time in Years: | Added Cost: | Annual SAVINGS | 5 Year SAVINGS | Return on Investment (ROI): |
Office Path LightsWhy pay for power when new technology provides strong light and savings? Let the sun conveniently power lights that automatically turn on in the evening to enhance your office and add security. Learn More |
2.1 | $750 | $352 | $1,760 | 46.9% |
Office Exterior LightingWhy pay more than you need to for outside and security lighting? Switch out lights to metal halide to get the most energy efficient 'white' light. Learn More |
2.2 | $660 | $300 | $1,500 | 45.5% |
Office Occupancy SensorsWhy let the lights stay on and waste your money in rooms that are empty? Occupancy sensors can shut of the lights and save you money. Learn More |
2.3 | $275 | $120 | $600 | 43.6% |
Office SkylightsWhy keep the sun out when new technology reduces summer heat gain and lighting is one of the major costs of operating an office. ENERGY STAR® qualified 'Low-E' skylights help reduce your energy bill up to 15%, so they save money for as long as you lease or own your office. Learn More |
2.3 | $70 | $30 | $150 | 42.9% |
Vending MachinesWhy pay for power all night long to light up your machines when they are not being used. Automatic 'Smart' devices can save over half of the operating cost. Learn More |
2.7 | $200 | $75 | $375 | 37.5% |
Office Insulated DuctsWhy spend more than you need to keep your office comfortable? Properly insulate your office since 40% of the energy that a small business consumes goes toward heating and cooling. Learn More |
2.5 | $600 | $238 | $1,190 | 39.7% |
Office Water Heaters On DemandWhy waste money heating up water when you aren't using it? 'Flash' or 'Tankless' heaters can reduce your bill by 50%, plus you get endless hot water that doesn't run out like the conventional tank system. Learn More |
2.6 | $450 | $170 | $850 | 37.8% |
Office Toxic Free PaintsWhy pay the painter to use typical paint that has the chemicals that create health risks? Toxic free 'Zero VOC' paint only costs a few extra dollars a gallon and the savings come in protecting your employees' health. Learn More |
2.8 | $70 | $25 | $125 | 35.7% |
Office Water HeatersWhy let your old water heater continue to drain your wallet? Insulation and new technology tanks have high insulation and recovery values to save you money. Learn More |
3.1 | $150 | $48 | $240 | 32.0% |
Office Insulated WallsWhy spend more than you need to keep your office comfortable? Properly insulate your office since 40% of the energy that a small business consumes goes toward heating and cooling. Learn More |
3.2 | $750 | $238 | $1,190 | 31.7% |
Office Outside Air EconomizersWhy make your HVAC system work harden than it needs to? You can leverage outside air temperature changes in to reduce energy costs. Learn More |
3.5 | $1,000 | $278 | $1,390 | 27.8% |
Office Whole Building FansWhy make your AC do all the work when you can draw cooler evening air into your office as a primer for your AC. New technology fans use less electricity, have more power, and run more quietly than ever before. Learn More |
3.6 | $450 | $125 | $625 | 27.8% |
Office Air Quality for the Whole BuildingWhy risk the health of your employees with indoor air quality that is worse than outdoors. Electrostatic air cleaners reduce the risk of chemicals used in office construction, and they eliminate mold and pollen. Learn More |
3.6 | $450 | $125 | $625 | 27.8% |
Office Window TreatmentsWhy just close the blinds when you can get high performance shading and curtain treatments? New 'thermal ' insulated curtains, toxic free fabric, and sun screens can each save money on your energy bill. Learn More |
4.0 | $2,400 | $595 | $2,975 | 24.8% |
Office Printers and CopiersWhy pay for unnecessary electricity when ENERGY STAR® printers and copiers save money? Cut operating electricity costs by 60% by choosing the right peripherals. Learn More |
4.5 | $225 | $50 | $250 | 22.2% |
Office Recycled MulchWhy pay for a landscape crew to mulch the planting beds around your office each year or so when the latest recycled tire mulch looks great and lasts for decades? You pay more up front, but you save on the cost of materials and 'installation' time each year. Learn More |
4.5 | $860 | $190 | $950 | 22.1% |
Office Light Fixture UpdatesWhy waste power with outdated and inefficient bulbs and fixtures? New fluorescent bulbs use 20% less energy. Learn More |
4.6 | $1,100 | $238 | $1,190 | 21.6% |
Office Ceiling FansWhy not help out the AC with a cool breeze, and help out the Heater by drawing warm air down from the ceiling? Multi-speed and reversible motor ceiling fans can save you 25- 40% on your electrical bills in summer and up to 10% on heating bills in the winter. Learn More |
5.0 | $300 | $60 | $300 | 20.0% |
Office DehumidifiersWhy over compensate with Air Conditioning when only one or two rooms are too humid. Use a dehumidifier to create a more comfortable and healthy work environment. Learn More |
5.0 | $200 | $40 | $200 | 20.0% |
Office RefrigeratorsWhy not replace your old refrigerator? ENERGY STAR® qualified models use at least 10% less energy than required by current federal standards, and 40% less energy than the conventional models. Learn More |
5.0 | $30 | $6 | $30 | 20.0% |
Office Heat Pumps / ACWhy not let the latest advances in technology help heat your office? 'Dual fuel' systems help you save money by giving you the power to choose between the cost of electricity and gas, depending on how cold it gets over the winter. Learn More |
5.0 | $1,000 | $200 | $1,000 | 20.0% |
Office Bamboo FlooringWhy take the hardwood 'slow boat' when bamboo grows 100 time faster than conventional wood flooring? Bamboo offers durability, great style, and simply costs less than typical wood. Now you can price it competitively against carpet. Learn More |
5.0 | $525 | $105 | $525 | 20.0% |
Office Cork FlooringWhy not get durability, comfort, and easy installation? New pre-coated 'floating' systems, look great and have tap-in systems that can save you money on the installation that makes cork competitive with carpet and it lasts much longer. Learn More |
5.0 | $525 | $105 | $525 | 20.0% |
Office CarpetingWhy make your employees hang around in chemicals? Many of the eco-friendly carpets are not only made from recycled materials, but they have less of the toxic chemicals which helps the overall environment as well as your indoor environment. Learn More |
5.6 | $280 | $50 | $250 | 17.9% |
Office Landscape Water Reduction & ControlsWhy overwater lawns and landscape beds with sprinklers that run automatically at the wrong times and have hidden leaks? Take a few simple steps to reduce the waste. Learn More |
5.6 | $150 | $27 | $135 | 18.0% |
Office Gym or Changing Room ShowersWhy waste water when new technology regulates pressure and saves you money? High-Efficiency shower heads maintain shower comfort and save about 50% of the water required by conventional showers. Learn More |
6.0 | $60 | $10 | $50 | 16.7% |
Office Furnace ReplacementWhy risk working your old furnace into the ground when the new high efficient furnaces save you money every month of the winter? The right furnace will make a big difference since about 42% of the energy that a single office consumes goes toward heating and cooling. Learn More |
6.4 | $1,145 | $180 | $900 | 15.7% |
Office Air Quality By RoomWhy risk the health of your employees with indoor air quality that is worse than outdoor air quality? Electrostatic air cleaners reduce the risk of chemicals used in office construction, and they eliminate mold and pollen. Learn More |
6.6 | $250 | $38 | $190 | 15.2% |
Office Toilets - Water EfficientWhy waste water when new technology regulates suction and saves you money? High-Efficiency toilets maintain functionality and save your business between 8,000 and 20,000 gallons of water per year, per toilet. Learn More |
6.7 | $100 | $15 | $75 | 15.0% |
Office Sun TubesWhy flip a switch to light an interior bathroom or closet, when the sun can shine down and into the space? Sun tubes are great when a skylight will not work due to an attic or obstructions, and the light fills the room, naturally. Learn More |
6.7 | $300 | $45 | $225 | 15.0% |
LED LightingWhy pay for conventional lighting that uses more power to create heat than light? Use 16% less energy with LEDs and they last 100 times longer than incandescent bulbs. Learn More |
6.7 | $600 | $90.0 | $450 | 15.0% |
TOTAL SAVINGS and Average Payback / ROI |
Payback Time in Years: | Added Cost: | Annual SAVINGS | 5 Year SAVINGS | Return on Investment (ROI): |
3.4 | $15,925 | $4,168 | $20,840 | 22.0% |
The DATA Source: The ROI Calculations are intended to serve as a guide to help homeowners see the hierarchy of performance and payback. Given variations in energy consumption, house size, and climate zone, results will naturally vary. The calculations are based on comprehensive research and a combination of reports from the U.S. Department of Energy, the EPA, ENERGY STAR® for Homes Program, US Green Building Council’s LEED for Homes Program, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), International Energy Conservation Code, PLUS information directly from University Studies, Architects, Manufacturer Specifications, Distributors, seasoned Builders and Installers, and Homeowners with actual Performance Feedback. The data is based on a single family house with typical utility demand for a family of four. This aggregated information and ROI model is (C) 2007 GREENandSAVE.com
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