United News of Bangladesh

The government on Thursday announced a series of measures to tackle the global energy crisis amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. In a statement, the Cabinet Division said that addressing the current global crisis requires saving electricity and energy at the national level. Officials and employees in all offices, including government, autonomous, statutory bodies, and corporations, are urged to use electricity and energy responsibly and economically. Avoid decorative lighting, reduce personal vehicle use amid energy supply uncertainty: Govt The statement outlined the following measures: Make use of natural daylight by keeping windows, doors, or blinds open and avoid using electric lights when sufficient natural light is available. Reduce existing lighting by half and avoid using extra lights. Turn off unnecessary lights, fans, air conditioners, and other electrical appliances during office hours. Maintain air conditioner temperatures at 25 degrees Celsius or above. Switch off all electrical appliances, including lights, fans, and air conditioners, when leaving the office room. Avoid unnecessary lighting in corridors, staircases, washrooms, and other areas. Use energy-efficient appliances wherever possible. Turn off all electrical appliances, including computers, printers, and scanners, after office hours. All lighting should be avoided. Limit the use of vehicles and ensure fuel consumption is economical. The Cabinet Division said strict adherence to these measures is essential to manage the impact of the global energy crisis.