Ideas developed by employees at the Edwardian Group London (EGL) have helped the luxury hospitality group cut Co2 emissions at its properties by more than 16%.
According to the Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS), the successful environmental changes have been sustained over the last six years.
The EGL in-house Responsible Business Initiative, aimed at reducing energy costs, encourages staff to generate usable initiatives which can then be rolled out across the portfolio.
Some of the successful ideas so far include the installation of movement sensors to back of house & low traffic area lighting controls, introduction of LED light fittings and bulbs wherever possible, additional insulation of isolation valves in boiler rooms and bedroom key operated lighting master switches to all guest bedrooms.
Edwardian Group London Chief Operating Officer Paul Mansi says, “The Responsible Business initiative has been a real success minimising waste wherever possible, while not compromising the guest experience. It has been fantastic to see our staff engage with the initiative and come up with innovative solutions. Whilst we’re very happy with our progress we’re not satisfied just yet, reducing our water consumption is next on our list.”
Four of EGL’s hotel properties – Radisson Blu Edwardian Berkshire, Radisson Blu Edwardian Sussex, Radisson Blu Edwardian Hampshire and the Radisson Blu Edwardian New Providence Wharf have all reduced the Kg CO2 rate per bed night by more than 30% since 2008.
Overall, the Responsible Business Initiative has helped the Edwardian Group London’s average Co2 per bednight register at 27%, well below the industry average.