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 Save big: Use water wisely.

Water efficiency - dripping faucet

When you use less water, you save twice, once on your water/sewer bill and again on the energy it takes to heat or cool that water. In many commercial facilities, water heaters account for about 11 percent of total energy consumption; that can jump to nearly 50 percent in hospitality facilities. There are lots of ideas for saving water that can help your business stop leaking profits.

Why make energy-saving improvements?

  • Manage your energy consumption.
  • Reduce the impact of rising energy costs on your bottom line.
  • Streamline operations with more efficient equipment for potentially higher profits.
  • Improve comfort for customers and staff.
  • Help the environment by using fewer natural resources and reducing your carbon footprint.

PGE can help you with energy-saving ideas that help your business thrive.

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Find more energy-saving ideas for water efficiency in these sections: