1) Audits for "energy consumption" and "office space utilization" is a timely requirement at all levels of organizations towards a sustainable society irrespective to the current energy crisis.
2) Accommodating sustainable [green] energy sources is a need, but the transition should be slow and steady with sufficient environmental impact assessments specially on the maintenance and disposal of such material
3) Work studies and process flow enhancements to be encouraged at all levels of industries to optimize the use of resources and time.
4) Traditional and simple ventilation and lighting mechanisms to be promoted
5) Transportation modeling and a disciplined public transport network will assist to manage the traffic and indirectly reduce the fuel consumption.
6) Suitable clothing and seating arrangements for tropical environments could indirectly reduce the consumption of energy for cooling facilities [temperature regulation]
7) Promoting the outdoor open spaces for gatherings not only helps to save energy but also to enhance health and well being.
8) Roster or shift based working arrangements [specially for government institutions]- not only to reduce congestion but also to encourage people for responsibility sharing, flexible working, more employment opportunities for unemployed and also to provide extended hours of service to the public.
9) Include the topics related to energy and its responsible usage for the primary education with school level practical examples
10) A national policy on street lights, use of common facilities that consumes energy and fuel usage for public sectors etc. and best practices in daily life.