Those whose offices or computers will be unused for even one day during the upcoming break should take the following actions to reduce phantom energy consumption:

• Shut your windows.
• Shut curtains/lower your blinds for extra insulation.
• Turn off and unplug your computer and your separate monitor.
• Shut off power strips.
• Unplug all appliances not plugged into power strips, including speakers, printers, copiers, fax machines, coffee makers, microwave and toaster ovens, water coolers, etc.
• Leave refrigerators plugged in, or defrost and clean before unplugging.
• Shut fume hood sashes (in lab buildings).
• Leave your thermostat at its normal setting. Building thermostats and radiators are monitored by the FM Energy Management Center, no localized adjustments are needed. Thermostat guidelines from WWU.
• Tightly turn off faucets and report any leaks to work control (360) 650-3420.
• Water your plants.
• Turn off your lights.

What else can you do?

• Remind students and colleagues to power down before leaving campus.
• Turn off lights and shut windows in unoccupied rooms.