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What you need  30 minutes of everyone’s time. We know it’s difficult to get everyone together at the same time, but this presentation works better in groups and promotes group discussion and commitment from a team  Space to think without distraction A computer with screen large enough for group to see or a projector  Pens and scrap paper for individuals to complete game and make notes  Refreshments – good old cup of tea to relax the group and kick start discussion  Diaries – to book a post presentation meeting to monitor how everyone has got on with their challenges and to celebrate the successes

Outline of training session  Explore energy facts  Key areas of energy consumption  Energy detective  Case studies relevant to your business  Action Stations - What you can do  Keeping up the momentum  Who can help Outcomes  Clearer understanding of energy issues  All staff motivated to work together  Efficient use of equipment and services  Reduce energy waste  Guests benefits from well controlled and comfortable conditions – satisfying needs and leading to repeat business  Reduce environmental impacts of our business

Why energy and what are the benefits? Controlling energy use is a key part of a sustainable way of living. It can account for up to 40% of business running costs and is an instrumental part of powering the business. Actively taking one positive action in energy use can result in:  Improved customer comfort  Reduced costs  Reduced maintenance  Environmental benefits

Energy wasters & guzzlers Unnecessary  Equipment and lights that are redundant Poorly controlled  Timer and or temperature controls wrongly set Inefficient  Poorly maintained boilers  Use of standard lamps instead of energy saving lamps Inappropriate  Use of inappropriate fuels

Energy Quiz Q1: Your fridges & freezers… (a) Defrost them once a year; it doesn’t cost any more if it ices up (b) Defrost them regularly as icing up increases the running costs (c) allow it to ice up as much as possible as it will help to cool the food quicker Q2: Take control of your heating – turning your thermostat down by 1 O C will save …. on your heating bills? (a) 3% (b) 7% (c) 10% Q3: A photocopier left on overnight… (a) wastes enough energy to make 5,300 A4 copies (b) wastes enough energy to make 150 A4 copies (c) doesn’t use energy if it’s not being used

Energy Quiz – continued Q4: Leaving a TV on standby overnight… (a) does not use any electricity (b) uses just enough electricity to power the red light (c) uses as much electricity as four hours viewing time Q5: A PC monitor left on overnight… (a) wastes enough energy to laser print 800 A4 pages (b) uses a little energy to keep the screen warm ready for the next day (c) doesn’t use much energy at all Q6: The time clock on your microwave oven uses… (a) very little energy (b) enough energy to heat a cup of water (c) enough energy to cook a freezer meal

The answers Q1: Your fridges & freezers… (a) Defrost them once a year; it doesn’t cost any more if it ices up (b) Defrost them regularly as icing up increases the running costs (c) allow it to ice up as much as possible as it will help to cool the food quicker Q2: Take control of your heating – turning your thermostat down by 1 O C will save …. on your heating bills? (a) 3% (b) 7% (c) 10% Q3: A photocopier left on overnight… (a) wastes enough energy to make 5,300 A4 copies (b) wastes enough energy to make 150 A4 copies (c) doesn’t use energy if it’s not being used

The answers – continued Q4: Leaving a TV on standby overnight… (a) does not use any electricity (b) uses just enough electricity to power the red light (c) uses as much electricity as four hours viewing time Q5: A PC monitor left on overnight… (a) wastes enough energy to laser print 800 A4 pages (b) uses a little energy to keep the screen warm ready for the next day (c) doesn’t use much energy at all Q6: The time clock on your microwave oven uses… (a) very little energy (b) enough energy to heat a cup of water (c) enough energy to cook a freezer meal

Key areas of energy consumption Lighting Heating Appliances

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Lighting No cost  Make maximum use of daylight. It’s free and most people prefer it!  Label light switches so that staff can choose only the light that relates to their area  Use ‘Switch off Standby’ room cards with lighting information for visitors - FREE from SWT  Consider colour of furnishings and walls – light surfaces reflect more light

Heating No cost  Make sure the heaters are not obstructed  Keep the windows and doors closed when the heating is on  Use the magical numbers 16 and 21 for heating. 16 degrees for sleeping and 21 for daytime activity create a comfortable environment  Use the FREE room cards from SWT to give this message to your guests A typical window left open overnight in winter will waste enough energy to run a small car over 35 miles!!

Appliances No cost  Don’t standby – switch off! and encourage staff and guests with the free ‘Switch off Standby’ room cards from SWT  Use the right size pan for the food and hob and use lids where possible  Defrost your fridge and freezer regularly  Use full dishwashers, washing machine and driers  Choose economy settings  Don’t use too much detergent

Lighting Low cost  Fit energy saving bulbs in lights used for 4 or more hours each day  External lights - Reduce light pollution. With wonderful star-studded night skies it’s a shame not to make the most of them. Use fitted shades over the light fittings and divert light downwards to ground level.  Use lighting controls – timers, sensors key cards…

Heating Low cost  Radiator shelves: throw heat out at waist level, rather than rise directly to the ceiling (useful in older high ceiling buildings)  Insulation: Ensure all loft spaces are adequately insulated (27 cm in depth) and windows and doors draught proofed. Insulate the hot water tank and pipes and consider wall insulation. Doors & windows - 15% Walls - 35% Roof - 25% Floor - 15% Incidental - 10%

Appliances Low cost  Put a time switch on photocopiers, microwaves, printers… to ensure that they switch off at the end of the day  Replace boiler if over 15 years old  Choose low energy rated appliances when replacing equipment

Be an Energy Detective 1.Draw a plan of the establishment 2.Identify different areas of the business – Office/front desk/activities centre/rooms/restaurant/coffee shop/caravan pitches. 3.Find three key energy users in two of these areas. 4.Now make suggestions on how we could make savings in each of those areas

Here’s what our Energy Detective found… In the Office Energy users: Computer Photocopier Lights Energy savers Potential (P) or Existing (E): E -Timer switch for photocopier (goes off at night in case anyone forgets!) E - Low energy bulbs P - ‘Switch off standby’ room card for computer and monitor

In the Bedroom Energy Users TV/Stereo Heating Kettle Energy savers Potential (P) or Existing (E) E -Thermostat E - Small kettles P - ‘Switch off Standby’ room cards

Management We have already begun to make savings in our energy use by….

Measure to manage  Monitor energy bills  Take regular meter readings  Meter plugs measure the power consumption of individual appliances Measuring our energy use will help us all:  Raise our general awareness of our energy consumption  Identify potential problems that cost us money  Assess progress and performance of energy saving actions  Allow us to set targets and compare our performance with others Discovering what drives our energy consumption can be enlightening!

Action Stations  Form an energy team  Establish current consumption and monitor  Prepare an action plan and timetable – a few things first – set realistic goals  Energy policy  Consider guest communications: promote work internally via staff newsletters/intranet/emails/posters Keep up the momentum  Review – put a firm date in the diary for the next meeting  Report feedback from guests and staff  Assign new tasks  Recognise success

GTBS You are now probably well on the way to reaching a bronze standard award from the Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS)  A marketing and advisory scheme for tourism businesses  Supporting the local area and environment  Providing an easy way for visitors to know that their fun is benefiting the area they are enjoying.  Visit www.green-business.co.uk or call 01738 632162

Congratulations energy graduates! Looking for further information on turning good intentions into action? Visit www.swtourism.org.uk for more help and signposting

Putting a jacket on your hot water tank could save you up to......£20 per year on your energy bills (EST) If everybody in the UK switched off their TV set rather than leaving it on stand-by, it would save... enough energy to power a town the size of Basingstoke. (EST) Refrigeration and freezing appliances in UK homes cost......£1.2 billion worth of electricity every year (EST) In the 1950s the world made less than 5 million tonnes of plastic products. Today we use… …about 100 million tonnes per year (Wastewatch)

Case study - A Large Cornish Hotel A leading example in energy efficiency and sustainable tourism, it has implemented the following recent initiatives:  Joined the Envision project to get energy audit and reduce carbon footprint.  Reduced costs by an estimated £3000 a year by switching to energy efficient lighting and managing equipment usage more effectively with timers and schedules  Implemented rigorous system of monitoring energy use  Working with Envision to implement Environmental Management System for further improvements.  Outdoor pool heated by solar panels  Plan to install further renewable energy systems  Looking into heat recovery from refrigeration in order to supply hot water to their kitchens. They also hold a Green Tourism Business Scheme Gold Award.

Case study Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre “ We have significantly reduced waste and energy consumption, leading to significant financial savings and increased customer satisfaction” Sarah Rigby, Office Manager, Skern Lodge  £2,700 a year saved through a 25% reduction in energy costs by installing a new boiler system, energy saving light bulbs, timer switches and improving building insulation.

Case study Food and Drink Best Western Deans Place in Alfriston, Sussex, reports energy savings of £27,000 a year through small but crucial actions. Hotel owner Peter Bramich says “Chefs must understand that they do not need to keep all ovens and hob rings on if they are not needed. We used to keep our large grill on for four hours in the afternoon, just in case a customer asked for a toasted teacake. We now only use equipment when required and are still able to ensure the customer is happy." hospitableclimates.org.uk

Case study Visitor Attraction Flambards are set to make savings of £925 a year by changing lights on just ONE ride to LEDs Thunderbolt ride uses 640 x 20watt lamps, costing £1300 per season, with a natural lifespan of 600 – 1,000 hours Using 1.5 watt LEDs would cost £100 per season and have a lifespan of 8,000 – 10,000 hours Implemented a four year replacement programme Year one: replace 200 bulbs: no net gain or loss Year two: replace 200 bulbs: net saving £260 Year three replace 200 bulbs: net saving of £370 Year four replace 40 bulbs: net saving of £925 Annual savings for next 6 years £1200 Figures verified by Envirowise

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