Case study.
Hotel chain.
ISSUES.
- Rising energy costs: The hotel chain was facing increasing energy expenses across its European properties.
- Diverse energy markets: Navigating complex and diverse energy markets and regulations in various European countries.
- Budget constraints: The client sought to find cost-effective energy procurement solutions without compromising quality.
- Energy source diversification: Exploring opportunities to diversify energy sources, including renewables, for sustainability and cost savings.
- Procurement strategy: The client lacked a comprehensive and centralised procurement strategy for energy.
RESULTS.
- Market analysis: Conducted a comprehensive analysis of energy markets across Europe to identify cost-effective procurement opportunities.
- Negotiating contracts: Negotiated energy contracts on a regional and national level to secure favorable terms and rates.
- Risk management: Developed strategies to mitigate the impact of energy price fluctuations on the hotel chain's budget.
- Renewable energy adoption: Assisted in sourcing and integrating renewable energy options, reducing the carbon footprint.
- Centralised procurement: Established a centralised energy procurement strategy for the entire hotel chain, optimising energy purchases.
- Cost savings: Achieved significant cost reductions by leveraging purchasing power and negotiating advantageous energy contracts.
- Compliance: Ensured compliance with diverse energy regulations in different European countries.
- Sustainability achievements: Enhanced the hotel chain's sustainability profile by reducing carbon emissions and sourcing clean energy.
