Tokyo encourages workers to wear shorts to save energy and stay cool

Workers in Tokyo are seen in office settings wearing shorts as part of a new initiative to promote comfort and reduce energy consumption during the hot summer months.

Starting from June 1, 2023, companies across the city have been urged to adopt a more relaxed dress code, allowing employees to wear shorts as a practical solution to combat the heat. This move is not only intended to enhance employee comfort but also to help lower air conditioning usage, thereby contributing to energy conservation … Read more

Global body urges work from home and slower driving to conserve energy

A group of professionals is engaged in a video conference from their home offices, highlighting the shift to remote work as a strategy to conserve energy during the current energy crisis.

One of the key suggestions from the IEA is to embrace remote work wherever feasible. With many companies having successfully transitioned to work-from-home models during the COVID-19 pandemic, the agency argues that continuing this practice can significantly reduce energy demand associated with commuting and office operations. This shift not only conserves energy but also contributes … Read more