The hospitality industry is suffering. With occupancy and rev-par down, today's hotel owners need solutions with an immediate impact on operating costs .

Beyond recycling and conservation, the smartest way to cut your costs without cutting service is with renewable energy solutions.  

Savvy property owners are implementing Solar Power because the energy and cost savings are significant and add long-term value to the real estate asset.

In addition to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) for electricity, many hotels are turning to Solar Thermal or Solar Water Heating (SWH), which uses the sun’s energy to heat water. 

Solar Thermal systems for water heating are natural fit for hotels, resorts, and B&Bs. Hotels spend a tremendous amount for domestic hot water heating used for laundry, kitchens, swimming pools, spas, and guest bathing. Fortunately, most hotels have plenty of unused space on their roof to fit a solar PV and solar thermal installation.

Solar Water Heating heating systems are five times more efficient at generating energy than solar photovoltaic panels and more cost effective at energy savings  than solar photovoltaic.

Federal tax credits, PG&E rebates,and other incentives make the investment very affordable. Return on investment can be achieved in 2- 5 years in most properties.

In addition to saving energy and reducing fuel costs,  renewable energy systems also reduce greenhouse gas emissions, ultimately limiting the effect of climate change.

Being a green hotel  increasingly attracts guests and meeting planners looking for environmentally responsible properties.

Solar installations also  provide important points for properties that are considering LEED certification.

Hospitality properties in Sonoma County are eligible for the Sonoma County Energy Independence Program AB-811

The financing is here now and increased regulation is headed your way.

Contact us today and find out how Citizen Green Solutions can help you in "Greening your bottom line"