The CSIR International Convention Centre (CSIR ICC) has joined the 49M energy saving campaign. The 49M campaign, an Eskom initiative, is aimed at encouraging each South African to effectively contribute to reducing energy consumption.
The CSIR ICC is fully committed to this campaign not only for the betterment of our organisational operations but for our country, our planet and the wellbeing of future generations, explains Sinethemba Sidzatane, Facilities Manager of the CSIR ICC.
The Convention Centre already has in place various measures to reduce its energy consumption. Motion sensor control of lighting is installed in feasible areas, a computerised building management system controls Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning and energy saving and energy efficient light fittings and bulbs are used throughout the building.
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