In an effort to promote a more eco-friendly environment, the Knutsford Court Hotel in New Kingston is adopting new energy-efficient methods, along with other sustainable practices.
According to the hotel’s Chief Engineer Prince Leung, part of this programme includes the implementation of solar panels to lessen its carbon footprint.
Although the return on investment is projected to occur in five years’ time, the hotel is still reaping the financial benefits of an eco-friendly system.
“This has proven to be a great decision, not just for the environment but the electricity bill being reduced by about 10 per cent,” Leung stated. “Although it was costly to implement, the return on investment allows the company to save more and invest in other areas of the hotel.”
The hotel’s partnership with the Caribbean Hotel Energy Efficiency Action Programme (CHENACT) played an integral role in allowing the solar project to begin. The hotel worked closely with Loretta Duffy Meyers, regional programme manager for the CHENACT programme, to ensure the implementation was a success.
“We really owe it all to the CHENACT team funded by the International Development Bank who awarded us a US$50,000 grant to kick-start this project.” said Leung.
Along with the solar panels, a capacitor bank installed has also contributed to the property being more energy-efficient. This capacitor regulates the demand for energy and reduces damage on the equipment.
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