Hospitals to Hotels: The Versatility of Electric HVAC (4/4)
4 applications for electric HVAC you might not know about, part four: Hotels
Here we are for our last post in our series on little known all-electric HVAC uses. We’re digging into an example about hotels. Here we go!
“[Using geothermal] has enabled us to run an extremely efficient operation, with virtually zero down time mechanically, in addition to the labor savings. There is also a sense of pride knowing you are working at a facility that is doing its part to lessen the impact on the environment."
James R. McGinn, Area Director of Operations at The Lake House
Staying in a hotel can be a chance to break away from day-to-day stresses and indulge in a little luxury. But many of today’s consumers want the satisfaction of a night or two away without having to stomach the guilt of wasteful, unsustainable hospitality practices.
There’s something comforting about a hotel with EV charging stations in the parking lot, a small card about energy-saving laundry practices in the bathroom, or a sign in the lobby that explains how cozy room temperatures are maintained without relying on fossil fuels.
What does Sustainability have to offer the hospitality industry?
Sustainable practices make hospitality organizations stand — consumers are increasingly making purchasing decisions based on their values
Energy efficiency improvements can translate directly to a hotel’s bottom line
Finger Lakes tourism relies on pristine natural environments — electric HVAC is a significant way hotels can pollute less, and take positive action to safeguard our region’s air and water
“To us, sustainability and luxury aren’t mutually exclusive—in fact, they’re perfect partners.”
The Lake House on Canandaigua (https://lakehousecanandaigua.com/the-grounds/sustainability/)
Can Luxury and Sustainability Coexist?
The Lake House on Canandaigua says yes.
Opened in 2020, The Lake House is a luxury hotel and spa where guests can enjoy 124 guest rooms, an event barn, spa, wellness center, and two restaurants, all powered by sustainable practices.
The hotel has 66 geothermal wells that allow the space to maintain comfortable temperatures and a peaceful environment while benefiting from almost zero heating and cooling costs.
According to Bill Caleo, developer and President of The Brooklyn Home Company, “When we decided to create a new resort hotel, energy efficiency and lowering heating and cooling costs was a priority. We spent approximately three months weighing the options during the design phase of the project. We studied every type of HVAC system typically used in a hotel. We decided to go with geothermal because we wanted the benefits of having almost zero heating and cooling costs, we wanted a low carbon footprint, and we also wanted no condensers sitting on roofs or on condenser farms making lots of noise on property.”
Want to learn more about the Lake House on Canandaigua? Read the case study for details on the how and the why for this Finger Lakes Hotel’s decision to Go Electric:
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