For the Beau Rivage hotel, investing in energy efficiency is profitable!
Ranked among the most luxurious hotels in Europe, the Beau Rivage on the banks of Lake Geneva is engaging with conviction in energy savings, with the Ambition Negawatt action plan offered by SIG’s eco21 programme.
Wanting to get a quick return on investment in a context of high electrical consumption, the hotel has chosen to benefit from support from SIG that helps Geneva companies by providing:
- An Eco21 expert who guides them in the implementation of energy efficiency actions
- A financial bonus for each kWh saved
The hotel has been ISO 14001 certified since 2009 for its environmental management system and has chosen to use the services of GreenDom, an innovative company in the field of energy saving and intelligent solutions for the building industry, located in Plan les Ouates. The requirements of the hotel industry have necessitated the development of efficient, attractive lighting, operating 24 hours a day. The hotel has therefore installed 1,500 LED dimmable bulbs in common areas.
This operation has enabled:
- an 80% reduction of energy consumption in the common areas, since LEDs consume 2W against 18 to 25W for a conventional halogen bulb
- a 90% reduction in the initial bill
In total, the hotel has received financial support from SIG representing nearly a third of its investments in equipment and labour. Moreover, the numerous benefits of LED technology have enabled it to significantly decrease its maintenance costs, which are substantial in any business.
KEY FIGURES FOR THE ENERGY SAVING OPERATIONS
Annual consumption before work 238,517 kWh/year
Annual consumption after work 25,422 kWh/year
Annual electricity saving 213,095 kWh/year
Reduction in the electricity bill -17,048 CHEF/year or 90% of the initial bill
