In a world looking for new models of economic growth and development, fighting climate change and adopting sustainable management practices is no longer an option, but a condition for survival and success...

Hotel Energy Solutions, a UNWTO-initiated project made possible by the support of Intelligent Energy Europe, and implemented in close partnership with UNEP, IH&RA, EREC and ADEME has a goal to increase energy efficiency by 20% and the use of renewable energies by 10% in SMEs across the EU, demonstrating that economic growth and the environment can and should go hand in hand.

After three years of testing and research, HES has the pleasure to introduce you to its principal output, an innovative online application, the "Hotel Energy Solutions E-toolkit" which provides hoteliers with a report assessing their current energy use and recommends appropriate renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies along with a carbon footprint calculator and a return on investment calculator. In addition, an educative section called "Energy School" deepens knowledge on sustainable practices and technologies available, along with a variety of informative publications and communication materials to sensitize guests and staff.

We invite you to make the most out of this material to reduce your carbon footprint while ensuring the economic and environmental sustainability of the sector, thereby moving towards a greener economy.

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