How to promote Energy Efficiency in the Spanish hotel sector?
In the graph provided we can see that Spain is one of the main tourist destinations in the world. With a visitor share of 5.6% of the total and income of 5.7%. At this point, we have to consider that if we want to be competitive we will have to join forces to implement measures that stand out from the rest of the competition. One of the key points may be to have a high Energy Rating as a result of betting on Energy Efficiency
From PwC and the Spanish Technological Platform have prepared a guide based on the Energy Efficiency intended for the hotel sector. In order to reduce costs by applying coherent and affordable Energy Efficiency measures in an area as competitive as the hotel and restaurant industry. Whose industry must be renewed and adapt to current times betting on energy savings.
According to the Report, energy costs represent an average of 9% of the total operating costs of a hotel establishment and 25% for establishments with spa services or heated swimming pools. For hotels in Spain, the highest energy costs are those related to air conditioning, ahead of hot water consumption.
The document proposes the implementation of measures with a low level of investment to obtain benefits with the application of Energy Efficiency, as an example:
- Staff and customer awareness.
- Energy efficiency in air conditioning and heating equipment and sanitary hot water
- Implementation of an energy manager that monitors and controls energy systems
In order to determine where the greatest energy efficiency potential of a hotel is located. The review of different points is proposed, such as:
- Site.
- Weather conditions.
- Age of the building.
- Hotel category.
- Type of services offered.
- State of the facilities.
Based on a consistent methodology, considerable savings can be established that will have an impact on greater competitiveness, quality and customer service. Given the current and economic situation in Spain, we should understand that the way of applying Energy Efficiency both in the hotel sector and in many others could bring us many benefits
From the following link we can enter the energy efficiency of the hotel sector:
- Guide «How to promote energy efficiency in the Spanish hotel sector»
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