Innovative Energy Solutions

The hotel’s leisure centre, which includes an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, and spa, previously relied on three redundant boilers to provide heating and hot water. These outdated systems also supplied a portion of the hotel’s domestic and central heating requirements, leading to inefficiencies and increased energy consumption.

Through the new CHP installation and district heating integration, the hotel has achieved the following key improvements:

• Reduced Grid Dependency: On-site power generation has lowered site electricity demand by 135 kW, enhancing energy resilience.
• Optimised Thermal Distribution: The spa now benefits from 196 kW of thermal energy, ensuring consistent heating and operational efficiency.
• Heat Redistribution: Any excess thermal energy not utilised within the leisure centre is redirected to the hotel plantroom, further reducing the need for boiler operation.
• Sustainable Operations: The combined system improves energy efficiency, aligning with the hotel’s long-term sustainability goals.
• Ultra-Low NOx Emissions: The Aura 404 engine used in the CHP system is designed for extremely low NOx emissions, contributing to a more sustainable environment. The engine can also run on 100% hydrogen, ensuring long-term stability and adaptability to future energy advancements.

Future-Forward Sustainability

This project exemplifies a strategic move towards greener hospitality operations, balancing guest comfort with environmental responsibility. By leveraging advanced CHP technology and district heating, the hotel has positioned itself as a leader in sustainable energy solutions, setting a benchmark for future developments in the sector.

Through collaboration with energy specialists, this transformation has enhanced the hotel’s operational efficiency, reduced costs, and reinforced its commitment to a lower-carbon future.