Case Study 5: Hotel Chain Retrofit

Client

A major hotel chain with a 150,000-square-foot hotel in Chicago.

Project

Energy efficiency retrofit for the hotel's HVAC system, lighting, and water heating.

Details

  • The hotel had significant energy use due to the constant need for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning in guest rooms and public areas.
  • A comprehensive retrofit included installing variable refrigerant flow (VRF) HVAC systems, LED lighting in all common areas, and high-efficiency water heaters.

Outcome

  • The hotel saw an overall energy savings of 35%.
  • They applied for the 179D Tax Deduction and received $350,000 in tax savings.
  • The energy savings were projected to cover the retrofit cost within 4 years, and the hotel was able to market itself as an energy-efficient facility, appealing to environmentally conscious travelers.