GREEN HOTELS - 101 Continuing Education Sponsored by the Hotel and Lodging Association of Greater Kansas City Presented by K-State Pollution Prevention Institute
Welcome Introductions Recognize the expertise in room Small group activities and presentations What does it mean to be green and why is it important? Evaluating your carbon footprint Green practices save money two local case studies Top four green practices Making it happen 9/20/2012 Green hotels 2
KSU Pollution Prevention Institute PPI s mission is to promote sustainability through environmental education and services to industry and institutions. These services include environmental compliance and pollution prevention technical assistance. 9/20/2012 Green hotels 3
PPI services Technical environmental compliance and pollution prevention assistance Hotline and site visits Trainings, like this one Website with tools Interns, like Joyce and Raoul Programs are 100% grant funded 2012 Interns 9/20/2012 Green hotels 4
What does it mean to be Green? Photo source: http://greenhotelsgr.blogspot.com/ 9/20/2012 Green hotels 5
Why is it important? The hospitality industry spends $5 billion dollars every year on energy and consumes almost four billion kwhs of electricity, five million therms of natural gas and seven billion gallons of water. Source: http://www.treeo.ufl.edu/greenlodging/content/_nrg.htm Energy use is a controllable cost Energy and water savings means cost-savings Cost-savings can increase competitive edge Non-renewable resources 9/20/2012 Green hotels 6
Barriers and benefits What do you identify as barriers to implementing green practices? What do you identify as the benefits to being a Green Hotel? 9/20/2012 Green hotels 7
Barriers and benefits Training Employee buy-in Safer working conditions Reduced carbon footprint Increased business Employees Improved public image Cost savings Dedicated employees Labor savings Reduced purchasing Attract green meeting clients Environmental protection Improved staff communication Visible commitment that staff and guests notice 9/20/2012 Green hotels 8
Promoting green will attract more business Consumers interested in choosing green has doubled since 2010 (LOHAS) Some travel sites reporting 65% increase interest in green hotels TripAdvisor Travelocity:* http://www.earth2017.com/best-practices/marketingbest-practices/consumers-seeking-green-services-part-two/ 61% of meeting planners will only book meetings at green venues Free green wedding attracts >1,000,000 hits http://www.greenweddinggiveaway.com/ 9/20/2012 Green hotels 9
Carbon footprint What does it mean? Historically Total set of greenhouse gases (GHG) emitted by an organization, industry, event, or entity. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/carbon_footprint Once you identify and measure the GHGs, you can identify ways to reduce or offset emissions. World Travel & Tourism Council* http://www.wttc.org/news-media/news-archive/2012/major-internationalhotel-companies-launch-standardised-approach/ http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/accommodation/hotels-unite-forstandardised-carbon-footprint-mea 9/20/2012 Green hotels 10
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Two local case studies Two local hotels document cost and environmental benefits to going Green. Residence Inn, Joe Andrick Sheraton Overland Park, Patrick McMonigle 9/20/2012 Green hotels 12
Green Lodging Intern Projects Project description Annual estimated environmental impact Annual estimated cost savings Status Water faucet aerators 9,568,618 gal $54,832 Several implemented Water showerheads 15,442,278 gal $85,529 Several implemented Lighting upgrades 2,547,685 kwh $218,803 Several implemented Occupancy Sensors/timers 434,000 kwh $25,000 Several implemented HVAC upgrades 1,615,100 kwh $113,000 Recommended VendingMiser/appliances 220,820 kwh $12,609 Several implemented Solid-waste reduction 15 tons $658 Implemented Total savings 25,000,000 gal, 4,800,000 kwh $585,000 15 Tons GHG reductions 3,500 metric tons CO2e 9/20/2012 Green hotels 13
Top Four Practices for Green Hotels How to identify and implement these practices
What is your statement? Does your hotel have a mission statement? Does your hotel have a sustainability or environmental management statement? What does it say about your commitment? What does your hotel or brand stand for? 9/20/2012 Green hotels 15
Environmental Management The very first step Statement Simple or complex it doesn t matter, just develop one and use it! Train employees Post it at check in Post it on your Web site 9/20/2012 Green hotels 16
Sample Statements Hilton: http://www.hiltonworldwide.com/corporateresponsibility/sustainably/ Marriott: http://www.marriott.com/corporate-socialresponsibility/corporate-environmentalresponsibility.mi Activity 9/20/2012 Green hotels 17
What is the commitment? Google Kansas Green Hotels - https://www.google.com/ http://www.kansascitylodging.org/attractions/index.htm http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/ihg/hotels/us/en/global/su pport/greenengagehotels?siplacement=&simobile=&sinetw ork=g&sicontent=0&sicreative=10631215388&siclientid=63 78&sitrackingid=329452740&cm_sp=IMMerch-_- 6C2_US_en-_- MarketingModule3_GreenEngage_US?_PMID=99617442 9/20/2012 Green hotels 18
Environmental and Sustainability Policy 1. Establish goals and targets to engage in continuous improvement in all environmental areas 2. Focus on reducing duplicates and unwanted junk mail in our bulk mailing department 3. Minimize waste 4. Comply with Environmental, Health and Safety regulations 5. Use vendors that share our sustainable vision 6. Work with minimum disturbance to be the best community and neighbor member 7. Share all sustainability information with employees and stakeholders 9/20/2012 Green hotels 19
Energy Assessments Today s Modern Treasure Hunt Green Hotels - 101 Hotel & Lodging Association of Greater Kansas City September 17, 2012 Ryan Hamel K-State Pollution Prevention Institute
Contents Why Manage Energy? Performing your own energy assessment Potential opportunities Examples Tools Resources
Why Manage Energy?
Energy Management The hospitality industry spends over $7.5 billion on energy each year. On average, America s 47,000 hotels spend $2,196 per available room each year on energy. This represents about 6% of all operating costs. A 10 percent reduction in energy costs is equivalent to increasing RevPAR by $0.60 for limited service hotels and by more than $2.00 for full-service hotels. Electricity demand in the U.S. will grow at least 40% by 2032. http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=business.bus_energy_strategy www.energystar.gov/ia/business/hospitality/benchmarking_fact_sheet.pdf?aa5c-210a www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=hospitality.bus_hospitality
1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Fuel Prices 8.50 Kansas price of electricity sold to commercial consumers (cents/kilowatt hour) 8.00 7.50 7.00 6.50 6.00 http://www.eia.gov/electricity/annual/
1967 1969 1971 1973 1975 1977 1979 1981 1983 1985 1987 1989 1991 1993 1995 1997 1999 2001 2003 2005 2007 2009 2011 Fuel Prices 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Kansas Price of Natural Gas Sold to Commercial Consumers (Dollars per Thousand Cubic Feet) http://www.eia.gov/dnav/ng/hist/n3020ks3a.htm
Performing your own energy assessment x
The simplified approach No-cost actions and maintenance 5-15% savings* Step 1: Get out of your office Step 2: Dedicate time to walk around your facility Step 3: Use a new set of eyes *Association of Energy Engineers
The detailed approach Step 1: Assign Responsibility For smaller properties, this may be the owner or manager For larger properties, it may be necessary to form an energy team Step 2: Gather data Utility bills from previous 12-months or more Occupancy records (to compare with energy usage) Is sub-metering present within your facility? http://www.nicor.com/en_us/commercial/planning_needs/build_strategy/energy_audit.htm
The detailed approach (cont.) Step 3: Walk around property and analyze findings/data Make sure to speak with employees Review manuals and drawings of building equipment and mechanical systems to determine, size, age, type, etc. http://www.nicor.com/en_us/commercial/planning_needs/build_strategy/energy_audit.htm
Potential Opportunities
Areas of Potential Savings Operations and maintenance Lighting Plug load HVAC systems Kitchen Hot water Other energy consuming systems Building shell
Operations and maintenance Items to consider for a rigorous maintenance schedule: Clean coils Replace filters Calibrate controls Lubricate and adjust equipment Repair leaks in heating system ducts Optimize fresh air economizer operations Replace worn weather stripping and seals Train building operators; consider Building Operators Certification Program (www.theboc.info)
Operations and maintenance Turn off when not needed: HVAC Lighting Electronics Best option: up-to-date EMS s with occupancy sensors; otherwise, use staff Schedule function rooms more tightly to reduce the need to condition the space
Operations and maintenance Drapes/blinds Strategically open or close them Keep closed during cooling season to reduce heat gain Keep open to gain heat in winter; provides free light Water/laundry energy savings Set guest room water at 120 degrees
Lighting Use natural light when possible Shut off unneeded lights De-lamping Use motion/occupancy sensors and timers Use photocells for exterior lights Motion detectors in stairwells can dim to 15% Replace incandescent bulbs with fluorescents or LEDs Reduces energy, labor, and a/c costs Replace T-12s with T-8s or T-5s
Lighting (outdoor) LED lights in parking lots now, in some situations, have a lower capitol and operating cost. http://ledconversion.com/parkinglot-ledconversions
Reduce plug load Energy Star equipment: Guest rooms Kitchens Offices Common areas Often, does not make economic sense unless the unit already needs replacing
HVAC systems Proper size is important Variable speed drives Demand control ventilation Insulate ducts, pipes, etc. Use ceiling fans to augment a/c Consider an energy recovery ventilation system Recover wasted heat with combined heat and power Energy management systems
Kitchens Provide good air balance Exhaust should run only when dishwasher is on New dishwashers use < ½ the hot water of older units Add strip curtains and automatic door closers to walk-in refrigerators Maintain refrigerators
Kitchens (cont.) Install ECMs on refrigerator and freezer evaporator and condenser fans Don t set refrigerator/freezer temps too low Use Energy Star appliances Demand controlled ventilation hoods Demand controlled ventilation Variable fan speed Temperature and infrared sensors Reduced operational and demand charges
Hot water use Laundry Ozone (cooler water, less water, less detergent) Wash full loads only Outsourcing might be more efficient Computerized boiler control systems Heat recovery Guest room hot water: tank-less systems
Pools Hybrid solar pool heaters employ both solar energy and the pre-existing pool heater Typically save 40-60% of energy Consumers have seen a payback of five years Pool covers Physical Liquid Completely transparent, biodegradable, odorless, safe, undetectable liquid solar pool covers
Computers Choose Energy Star or EPEAT equipment Use power management, web-based software Fewer servers Make sure staff turn off computers at night
VendingMiser Passive infrared sensor powers down machine when surrounding area is unoccupied Monitors ambient temperature to ensure the vended product stays cold. Easy to install and can reduce energy use and cost Several models available Costs about $200.
Building shell Decrease solar gain with awnings, overhangs, window tinting, reflective shades, etc. Windows If replacing, buy high-performance If keeping, insulate w/ energy-efficient shades, drapes, or reflective and insulating film Revolving doors best at keeping weather out Diagnose heat loss and moisture problems
Examples
Hotel A - Lobby Current system: 156 halogen flood lamps On 24 hours/day, 365 days/year Bulbs rated at 65 Watts Recommended project: Replace with 15 Watt CFL flood lamps (~$5 each) Savings: $4,099/year, 68,000 kwh/year Capital investment: $785; 0.2 year payback
Company B Air handlers Three air handlers (direct-speed fans) Proposed project: use VSDs Potential savings: $8,500/year 94,000 kwh/year Capital investment: $7,500 (plus labor) Payback period: 0.90 years
Hotel C Timers on garage lighting Current: Already have several lights on a timer, but many are not 15 lamps on two levels; 175 W low pressure sodium bulb Sufficient daylight Proposed: Install two timers (one for each level) Reduce on time by 12 hours/day Savings: $920/year, 11,500 kwh Investment: $60
Tools and Resources
Get a (treasure) map Building layout Energy audit checklists Equipment inventories Utility records
Tools Infrared camera Light meter Discriminator Dataloggers IR thermometer Ultrasonic leak detector Combustible gas analyzer
Resources ENERGY STAR for Hospitality: www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=hospitality.bus_hospitality ENERGY STAR tools and resources: www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=tools_resources.bus_energy_m anagement_tools_resources ENERGY STAR building upgrade manual: www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=business.bus_upgrade_manual NStar s Energy Advisor: www.nstar.com/business/energy_efficiency/energy_advisor
Where is the water? Green Hotels - 101 Hotel & Lodging Association of Greater Kansas City September 17, 2012 Ryan Hamel K-State Pollution Prevention Institute
Overview Targeting opportunities Kitchen Showerheads Aerators Pool Laundry
Targeting opportunities Meter and audit to know where your water is used Benchmark or have water audit to better understand your opportunities Target high-use areas: kitchens, public areas, toilets, showers, cooling towers Check for leaks
Kitchen Low-flow pre-rinse spray valves Efficient dishwashing equipment Thaw meat in walk-in refrigerator
Showerheads Many low-flow showerheads on the market 1.25 gpm models can do a great job Confirm pressure level, especially on higher level floors Example: Assumptions: 102 showers, 60% occ. rate, 15 min shower/day, 2.5 to 1.5 gpm showerhead Savings: 340,000 gallons/year, $1,800/year Investment: $3,100; payback approx. 1.7 years
Aerators Regular flow (no aerator) Low-flow aerator
Aerators - example 109 sinks, going from 1.5 to 1.0 gpm Assumes: 15 minutes/day, 65% occ. rate Annual savings: $870/year 106,000 gallons/year Capital investment: $430 Payback period: 0.5 years
Pool Swimming pool covers Both physical covers and liquid covers Reduces evaporation
Laundry Ozone laundry system Decrease water usage by 20-50% Minimizes wastewater Generally has a quick payback (larger hotels) Smaller laundry facilities Only wash full loads Use concentrated detergents: some are specially formulated to do the work of three liquid products
Irrigation Irrigation systems Timers and rain sensors are easiest, most effective irrigation system Requires little maintenance, seasonal adjustments Drip systems apply water to a uniform soil depth, reducing water waste, lowering maintenance costs, improving plant health Rainwater catchments Collects, filters, and stores runoff Xeriscaping and landscaping with native plants
HVAC equipment Chemical-free treatment for cooling towers, chillers, heat exchangers Steam systems: detect water loss and make repairs
Questions? Remember (with both energy, water and other resources): Walk around your facility Ask questions Try using a new set of eyes Get your map together Use resources
Waste reduction What comes to mind initially? Recycling Recycling is good, it is visible and clients notice it. 9/20/2012 Green hotels 75
Local hotel recycling Solid waste study was done at the Overland Park Residence Inn Landfill trash diversion: 15 tons Savings: $658 per year Payback period: <1 year 9/20/2012 Green hotels 76
Keys to a great recycling program Champion Audits Keep statistics Recycling bin by every trash can Work with hauler Send unusable food waste to compost Make sure hauling contract reflects reduced waste 9/20/2012 Green hotels 77
Waste reduction Recycling is a starting place Look for ways to reduce waste at the source Durable goods instead of disposable Green the supply chain by purchasing environmentally preferred products: Bulk items Less packaging, less waste for you Recycled content EPP stats http://www.treeo.ufl.edu/greenlodging/ 9/20/2012 Green hotels 78
Waste reduction Benefits Recycling is noticed by clients Helps Midwest economy Less purchasing Reduced costs Helps environment How Organize Reduce, reuse, then recycle, in that order Ask your staff how Set policies with goals, accountability, measurement Offer incentives 9/20/2012 Green hotels 79
Where is the money? Reduce Refillable amenities Highly concentrated cleaners 1 to 10 containers Eliminate disposables Bottled water Use carpet squares Eliminate unrequested newspapers Paperless check-in & out Reuse Linens, blankets donate Re-servable food donation Furniture refinish at 20% of cost Construction and demo waste Reuse garbage can liners Reuse old towels for rags 9/20/2012 Green hotels 80
Green meetings Clients look at your Website for green meeting services Do you provide these? Do you promote them? Green meeting checklist http://www.greenhotelier.org/our-themes/howgreen-are-your-meetings/ 9/20/2012 Green hotels 81
Waste reduction Use fewer and less hazardous materials Use concentrated chemicals reduces containers Do a chemical treasure hunt Identify what is really needed and why See what is leftover Use up for intended purpose or give away for use Develop policy for chemical purchases, type and quantities 9/20/2012 Green hotels 82
Hazardous Chemical Updates 9/20/2012 Green hotels 83
Where do you go from here? Identify the internal champions Start a green team Have most departments represented Facilities management Housekeeping Customer services Management 9/20/2012 Green hotels 84
Sustainability or green team Green team Environmental management or sustainability statement Environmental, health and safety compliance Performance objectives what can we work on Document and audit Promote and advance 9/20/2012 Green hotels 85
Starting points Make a statement don t spend too much time on it, just start somewhere Green team can identify the task list Start with the easiest task first and then move down the list Document and promote efforts Utilize resources to stay motivated 9/20/2012 Green hotels 86
Green certification What is available now? What does the certification audit look like? Certification checklist and point system Third party audit How can you request a certification? What does it cost? What is the value? 9/20/2012 Green hotels 87
Resources http://sustainablelodging.org/ K-State and MU interns H&LA of Greater Kansas City www.energystar.gov Cornell University http://www.hotelschool.cornell.edu/ 9/20/2012 Green hotels 88
Questions or comments? Moving forward to keep the momentum 800-578-8898 316-660-0104 www.sbeap.org nlarson@ksu.edu sbeap@ksu.edu 9/20/2012 Green hotels 89