HOSPITALITY

Reducing operating costs can be particularly challenging in the hospitality industry, where the bottom line is directly tied to guest service and satisfaction.  In the face of rapidly rising energy costs, hotel owners and operators must continue to meet guest expectations for comfort while mitigating pressures on operating margins brought on by energy price increases that are beyond managements’ control. 

While many hotels have already implemented two of the most popular energy savings programs, lighting retrofits and energy management systems, energy costs for many properties can be reduced by 20 percent or more by adopting proven energy-efficiency measures.  The largest component of hotels’ energy use - 41% on average nationally - is for heating water.  Domestic consumption, pools, food service and laundry operations account for almost half of a typical hotel's energy bill.  The second highest source of energy expenses is space heating and cooling.  Energy-efficiency improvements to heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC) systems can drastically reduce operating costs.

Networked Energy’s provides solutions for hotels with central boiler and chiller facilities or that use district heating; additionally, the Company provides systems where there are concerns about rising electric rates and/or power reliability.  For new hotels, particularly high rise properties in urban locations, NE provides design build services focused on optimizing HVAC systems and providing design guidelines.

1. Hybrid Heating Systems
2. Cogeneration Systems
3. Consulting Services
4. Benchmarking