Overview
Iberostar Selection Andalucía Playa, a luxurious beachfront hotel in Cadiz, Spain, aimed to reduce energy waste and lower utility costs through sustainable practices. They implemented Intelli-Hood’s cutting-edge Demand Control Kitchen Ventilation (DCKV) system, which optimizes fan speeds based on cooking demand to achieve significant energy savings. The meticulously planned installation minimized disruptions to guests and staff, ensuring a seamless transition. Close collaboration with the hotel staff facilitated effective communication and precision execution, resulting in minimal downtime and demonstrating the expertise and careful consideration involved in the implementation.
Performance
The installation of Intelli-Hood at Iberostar Selection Andalucía Playa Hotel yielded remarkable results. The hotel’s annual utility costs dropped from $50,181 to $23,510, saving $26,671 annually. With a payback period of just 2.6 years, the investment proved highly beneficial. The hotel also experienced a 53% reduction in operating expenses, highlighting the immediate financial impact of Intelli-Hood’s technology and enhancing overall financial efficiency.
The installation of Intelli-Hood at Iberostar Selection Andalucía Playa Hotel resulted in substantial benefits. The commercial kitchen maintained an average fan speed of 60%, thanks to Intelli-Hood’s dual-sensing technology, ensuring optimal ventilation and significant energy savings. This contributed to an annual carbon dioxide reduction of 116,507 lbs, underscoring the hotel’s commitment to environmental sustainability. The reduced emissions reflect the hotel’s corporate responsibility and support global efforts to combat climate change.
Conclusion
The adoption of Intelli-Hood’s controls at Iberostar Selection Andalucía Playa Hotel was a pivotal decision with significant benefits. The hotel saw a notable decrease in utility costs, a quick payback period, and a substantial reduction in carbon emissions. By incorporating Intelli-Hood’s DCKV controls, the hotel optimized its kitchen’s energy consumption, improved performance, and adopted a more sustainable operational approach.
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