[ECO]Tips for Running Energy Efficient Hotels During The Holiday Period

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Tips for Running Energy Efficient Hotels During The Holiday *******

Holiday periods are always busier for travel, meaning they’re also busier for overnight stays. These months are always busier for hotels, whether accommodating a

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or housing those seeing family for the festive *******. But with the ever-growing interest in sustainability from all sectors, along with rising energy costs, more and more hosts are wondering how to run energy-efficient hotels. 

This article will explore the concept of energy efficiency for hotels, offering some tips on achieving a more sustainable operation. Whether it comes down to

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or installing new technology, you’ll be more equipped to better manage your hotel energy consumption.

Installing smart technology

Various smart technology tools can contribute to the running of energy-efficient hotels. These are devices and systems that work automatically to optimise processes and consumption, allowing

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to consume energy more efficiently. 

Smart energy technologies can include: 

• Smart thermostats. These devices will automate temperature control in rooms and common areas based on factors like occupancy and weather conditions. 
• Motion sensors. Motion-controlled lighting is an effective
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  in hotels, ensuring lights are only on when areas are occupied.
• Daylight sensors. Similar to motion sensors, daylight sensors can adjust lighting levels based on the amount of natural light a room is getting. 
• Occupancy sensors. Smart lighting and thermostat technologies can be programmed to operate based on whether individual rooms are occupied or empty. 
• Timed switches. Lighting settings can be set to timed schedules, with lighting reduced or increased based on the different hours of day.

Implement waste audit technology

To properly establish energy-efficient hotels, hosts and owners should regularly audit consumption. This helps to highlight which measures are working and where the hotel could improve. However, doing so independently can be difficult and time-consuming, especially for less technically inclined hoteliers. Installing a system like

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can streamline this task, creating invoices of wasteful practices and forecasting future rates of consumption across all major utilities. 

These audits can be effective for lowering costs and increasing hotel sustainability in equal measure.

Regular utility maintenance & insulation

Utilities that run smoother will consume less energy while serving their purposes more effectively. That’s why it’s important to book in regular checkups and maintenance for appliances like HVAC systems, lighting, boilers, washing machines, dishwashers and cooking equipment. Consider optimising ventilation systems, helping to minimize energy consumption while maintaining a higher level of air quality. Ensuring the building is properly insulated is similarly important for reducing heating costs. 

Human practices

Beyond technological and structural enhancements, it’s also important to foster a culture of energy efficiency within staff and, to an extent, guests. Some essential practices in energy-efficient hotels include: 

• Optimizing laundry and dishwasher loads
• Training staff to follow energy-efficient practices like turning off lights or minimising water usage
• Including informational signage in rooms to encourage guests to be more sustainable

Energy-efficient hotels can be a reality!

Even in the busiest periods of the year, with hotels filled to the brim with families and international travellers, hoteliers can still make sure their establishments are well-suited to energy efficiency. Beyond the energy-saving tips for hotels included in this article, choosing the right energy providers and installing energy efficient appliances can also make a huge difference. With these guidelines in mind, the busiest periods can be as profitable as possible. 

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