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Sustainability is Good for Business. MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT. Introduction. Our customers are looking for accommodation that is working to improve its sustainability and reduce negative environmental impact
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Sustainability is Good for Business MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
Introduction • Our customers are looking for accommodation that is working to improve its sustainability and reduce negative environmental impact • The hotel is making efforts to reduce its water and energy consumption and to minimise the production of waste • All departments are able to contribute to this effort
Maintenance – Energy Reduction • Install appropriate low energy light bulbs in all fittings • Label control switches • Provide instructions for use of air conditioner / heater • Install occupancy sensors / key card controls • Carry out frequent checks for faulty equipment, poorly fitting doors, windows, draughts etc. • Respond quickly to issues flagged by other departments
Maintenance – Water Reduction • Install low flow showerheads • Showers should consume no more than 10L per minute • Install tap aerators or flow restrictors • Fit dual flush facilities to toilets or water displacement devices to reduce the quantity of water per flush • Carry out regular inspections of toilet fixtures • Respond quickly to any reports of broken/leaking fixtures
Maintenance – Waste Minimisation • Ensure bins are provided for different waste streams • Including clear labelling • Keep spare parts for equipment in stock so where possible items can be repaired rather than replaced • Carry out preventative maintenance to increase the life expectancy of equipment
Case Study – Riad Al Massarah • RiadAl Massarah – Medina of Marrakesh • Action • Installed flow restrictors on taps and showers after an audit and recommendations as part of the Every Drop Counts project • Results • Water consumption at the hotel has reduced by 30%
Action Planning • Discuss what options there are for reducing energy, water and waste in your operations • create a list of potential actions • who needs to be involved to ensure that these actions can take place? • how quickly do you anticipate these actions being put into place? • will any further training be required?
