Hotel Chain Energy Savings
35% energy reduction across multiple properties
Challenge
A mid-sized hotel chain with 8 properties needed centralized energy monitoring. Each hotel had different HVAC systems, chillers, and energy meters. The corporate team had no visibility into energy consumption patterns across properties, making it impossible to identify savings opportunities.
Solution
Deployed LINK485 Air (Wi-Fi) gateways at each property to monitor:
- Main energy meters (electricity, gas, water)
- HVAC systems and chillers
- Guest room floor energy consumption
- Kitchen equipment loads
Centralized Dashboard
All 8 properties connected to LINK485 Cloud:
- Single dashboard for all properties
- Comparative analysis between hotels
- Benchmark against occupancy rates
- Automated alerts for anomalies
Key Findings & Actions
🌡️ HVAC Optimization
Identified properties running chillers 24/7 regardless of occupancy. Implemented occupancy-based scheduling.
💡 Lighting Management
Discovered common areas lit during low-occupancy hours. Automated lighting controls.
🔌 Equipment Upgrades
Identified inefficient equipment based on power consumption patterns. Targeted upgrades for maximum ROI.
Results
- ✓ 35% reduction in energy costs across all properties
- ✓ Annual savings: $180,000
- ✓ Improved guest satisfaction (better temperature control)
- ✓ Enhanced sustainability credentials
- ✓ ROI achieved in 6 months