Promoting waste reduction within the lodging industry
Information About
- Energy Efficiency
- Reducing Water Usage
- Solid Waste Reduction
Why it is important to reduce waste, water and energy consumption
Waste Reduction
On average, a very high percentage of lodging waste can be prevented, recycled or composted, with estimates reaching as high as 70%. In light of rising disposal costs, this may be a significant savings at your business.
Water Reduction
When guests re-use their sheets and towels, lodging facilities save money in reduced water, energy, labor, detergent; and sheet/towel replacement costs. A 150 room hotel can expect to save 6,000 gallons of water and 40 gallons of detergent monthly by having guests request linen service.
- American Water Works Association
- EPA WAVE Program for the Lodging Industry
- North Carolina Water Efficiency Manual for Businesses
- Water Conservation Tips
Energy Reduction
New Hampshire businesses face some of the highest electric rates in the country. From a financial standpoint, using as little energy as possible to accomplish necessary tasks is extremely important. For instance, a small business can spend up to half of its energy bill on lighting. A company using inefficient lighting sources may be spending 30% to 60% more than a competitor achieving a similar light level using energy efficient lights.
- Granite State Small Business Audit
- PSNH Conservation Rebate Programs
- PSNH Energy Conservation Tips
- US EPA Energy Saving Products -- Energy Star Products that save Energy
 Cardboard, which is recycled in most communities in New Hampshire, is a large percentage of the wastestream at many lodging facilities.
|
 Sensors to shut off heat, air conditioning, lights or TVs when guests leave the room can save significant amounts of electricity and money. |
On-line resources
Adobe Acrobat Reader format. Download a free reader from Adobe.