Instruction on Energy Saving Measures in the Cantonal Administration

1. This directive applies to all cantonal offices, hospitals, institutes, homes, enterprises, and dependent institutions.

1. The energy consumption for space heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems, water heating, lighting, and electrically operated appliances and equipment, as well as the consumption of operating and fuel materials, shall be kept as low as possible.

1. During the heating period, the room temperatures specified in the annex must not be exceeded.

1. During the heating period, windows must be kept closed. They may only be opened briefly for ventilation.

1. The operation of air conditioning and ventilation systems is subject to the principle mentioned in § 2.

2. Room temperatures, air exchange rates, proportion of fresh air, humidification, and cooling must be kept as low as possible, ensuring that, on one hand, energy consumption is minimized and, on the other hand, an adequate indoor climate is maintained.

1. The use of electric heaters is not permitted if another adequate heating option is available, nor is the use of electric humidifiers.

2. In justified cases, the Building Authority may grant exceptions.

1. General lighting must be adapted to the intended use of the rooms and their minimal needs.

2. The following maximum values generally apply

a. Drawing rooms and technical rooms with high requirements: 500 Lux

b. Offices and schools: 300 Lux

c. Workshops, depending on needs: 200-300 Lux

d. Storage rooms, archives, and other ancillary rooms: 80 Lux

3. These lighting levels are to be understood as guideline values, measured approximately 1 meter above the ground.

4. Exterior and general lighting must be limited to what is necessary, with due regard to general safety and the avoidance of accidents.

1. Heating, hot water preparation, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, as well as all control devices (thermostats, etc.), must be continuously monitored to ensure optimal efficiency and compliance with prescribed values.

2. The responsibility for monitoring, control, and adjustment lies with the technical officer or caretaker. Regulation of the systems by unauthorized persons is prohibited.

1. Separate monitoring of energy consumption for each building unit must be conducted for each energy source (heating oil, gas, electricity, district heating, fuels).

2. The monitoring must be completed annually by June 30 and submitted to the Building Authority by July 15 using the monitoring form.

3. The Building Authority evaluates the consumption monitoring and creates a consumption statistic.

1. If the exact energy consumption cannot be determined due to flat-rate billing, lack of technical equipment, or other reasons, the measures necessary to remedy the deficiencies must be implemented as soon as possible within what is economically reasonable.

1. The execution of this directive is entrusted to the Building Authority. It ensures compliance with the provisions and measures, and if necessary, orders everything required, while notifying the competent directorate or other supervisory authority.

2. The Building Authority also ensures regular instruction of the appointed technical officials and janitors.

1. This directive shall enter into force on January 1, 1978.