Will the last person out of the office please switch off the lights?

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Businesses urged to reduce energy demand over Christmas holidays

Businesses are being reminded to switch off their appliances before they head out for the Christmas holidays, including fridges, vending machines, and office PCs. According to new figures from the Carbon...

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