Challenges and Solutions for Energy Efficiency in Holiday Parks
Amidst managing bookings, ensuring guest satisfaction, and maintaining the park, there's a significant issue looming over UK holiday park owners - rising energy costs.
If you're feeling the pinch, you're not alone. With energy bills continuing to rise it's crucial for holiday parks to find sustainable solutions that improve both energy efficiency and profitability.
Start with Energy Reduction
The most cost-effective place to start is energy reduction. By implementing energy-saving measures, holiday parks can significantly lower their energy usage and reduce costs. At Energy Oasis we always start by looking at what you’re wasting.
The first step is understanding your current energy consumption. An energy audit can provide valuable insights into where and how energy is being used, and identify opportunities for savings. These may include intelligent LED lighting and implementing smart energy controls.
Affordably Investing in Renewable Energy Solutions
After you've reduced your energy waste and implemented control measures, it's time to consider generating your own energy. Similar to growing your own produce, this approach is efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable in the long run.
When your energy efficiency is optimised through reduction measures, you reap extended benefits that go beyond just cost savings. One of these is a quicker return on investment when you install renewable energy infrastructure, such as solar panels. By generating your own energy, you're not only cutting costs but also reducing your reliance on the grid. This makes your holiday park more self-sufficient and resilient in the face of national energy shocks.
But that's not all - there's another silver lining. Solar energy generation is most abundant between April and October. So, during your peak season, when your park is buzzing with guests, you'll be harnessing the most energy!
Funding Options and Support
Investing in energy efficiency doesn't have to break the bank. There are various funding options available, including Enhanced Capital Allowances (ECAs) and grant funding. ECAs allow businesses to claim capital allowances on the installation of renewable energy infrastructure, helping to offset some of the initial investment costs 1.
Grant funding can also provide valuable financial support. Various schemes offer grants to businesses looking to implement energy-efficient measures. Grant opportunities are constantly arising but many struggle to take advantage because of the steps required to access them. At Energy Oasis, we offer in-house grant research and writing expertise. Our experts can assist you in identifying suitable grants and walk you through the application process, increasing your chances of securing funding.
Take Action Now!
With energy costs showing no signs of slowing down, there's no time like the present to take action. Contact Energy Oasis today and let's work together to make your holiday park more energy efficient. We offer a suite of energy management services, from conducting an initial energy audit to implementing energy-saving measures and monitoring their effectiveness. If you want to learn more about how we have worked with holiday parks in the past, read our case study on the Successful Integration of Solar Energy across Multiple UK Holiday Parks. We're here to help you navigate the path to energy efficiency.