Measures to deal with it energy crisis decided the trade sector at Belgium. From October 1st, one hour after the shops close, signs, lights in shop windows and car parks will be switched off.
It was also decided to keep store doors closed during business hours – where possible – when they are manual. Finally, the temperature in the interior of shops will be limited to 19 degrees Celsius.
“The efforts made allow significant savings to be made. According to the calculations, lowering the thermostat to a degree it makes it possible to achieve a mean savings of 7% to 8% in heating consumption» explains Dominique Michel of the Belgian Trade and Services Federation. It is estimated, according to APE-MPE, that the erasing of lights outside of opening hours will save 12.5% to 15%.
Source: News Beast
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