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Energy efficiency: the government's 5 key measures

blic sanitary facilities, except for showers. It should be noted that hot water consumption in public buildings accounts for 10% of the state's total energy consumption. The government has also provided an envelope of 150 million euros to conduct thermal renovation and insulation work in public b ...

11
Oct
2022

Energy consumption: does telecommuting really save money?

Moreover, as the experience of the first containment from March to May 2020 proved, working from home leads to an increase of nearly 30% in household energy consumption. To offset this expense, the government has announced that civil servants who telework will receive a 15% increased allowance. W ...

10
Oct
2022

Gas and electricity: 5 tips to lower your bill

g your home. In bedrooms in particular, it is recommended to not exceed 19°C. Did you know that lowering the heating by one degree can reduce your energy consumption by 7%? 2- Turn off the heat when you're away Following the same logic, the second tip for reducing your energy bill is to turn ...

20
Oct
2021

Why should you air your house even in winter?

en depolluting plants that are supposed to improve indoor air quality, but their action will never replace a good daily ventilation. 3- To reduce energy consumption In this period of inflation and energy sobriety, while the government encourages us to limit our consumption of electricity and gas ...

23
Jan
2023

The TGV: 5 Anecdotes About the High-Speed Train

More aerodynamic and 97% recyclable, this new TGV will be fully connected. It will be capable of regulating onboard energy use and promises to reduce energy consumption by 20% compared to current trainsets. In addition to displaying a better carbon footprint, Alstom's latest model promises to rev ...

12
Mar
2007

Christmas in Nice: a market on Place Masséna and many activities

ith a particular care given to the tramway route. Even in this period, the city wants to respect the environment and uses illuminations with reduced energy consumption. Edition 2022 This year, the Christmas animations in Nice will take place from December 1, 2022 to January 1, 2023 in the Jardi ...

09
Dec
2014

Work: understanding the 4-day week in 5 questions

e UK's carbon footprint by 127 million tons per year by 2025, a decrease of more than 21%. This way of organizing work actually reduces travel and energy consumption for companies, linked to the presence of staff in offices. 5- Can it be adopted in France? This work organization remains minor ...

08
Feb
2022

Electricity consumption: 5 things that really make a difference

hermostats. According to Ademe, this can save up to 15%. 2- Limit hot water consumption As we told you above, the water heater is the second largest energy consumption item in homes. Limiting your hot water consumption is therefore among the 5 actions that really make a difference on your final ...

30
Sep
2022

Bio-based construction materials: what are the advantages?

onmental impact. The construction sector is one of the most polluting and energy-intensive industries in France. It represents 43% of France's annual energy consumption and generates 23% of the country's greenhouse gas emissions. The second advantage of bio-based building materials is that they mak ...

03
Oct
2023

Lights on the Seine: enchanting illuminations at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud

ands of lights to enchant visitors! As in previous editions, most of these illuminations are made up of 100% reusable LED lights in order to limit the energy consumption of this event. To enhance this unforgettable experience, both young and old can enjoy the warm and comforting atmosphere of a fo ...

06
Nov
2023

Air Conditioning: 5 Good Reasons to Set the AC to 26°C

nts and impacts the final bill. Increasing the setting of your air conditioner by one degree can help you save on your electricity bill by reducing its energy consumption by 20 to 25%. 3- This setting prevents thermal shock. Among the official recommendations during heatwaves for vulnerable individu ...

02
Aug
2024