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Zenodo
2023
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18211876 |
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- This study analyses the implementation of energy conservation measures in luxury hotels in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as recommended by specialised audits. The hospitality sector in Riyadh is facing increasing pressure to provide high-quality and sustainable services while conserving energy. To address this, professional auditing firms conducted comprehensive energy audits across four-star and five-star hotels, identifying a range of Energy Conservation Opportunities (ECOs) across various systems such as lighting, HVAC, and building operations. The data analysis revealed a discrepancy between the identification of energy conservation opportunities (ECOs) and their full-scale adoption, with the implementation rate falling below the desired 100% over three years. The rate of implementation, currently at 35%, indicates the presence of significant yet unexploited opportunities for energy savings and efficiency gains. The limited adoption of ECOs can be attributed to several factors, including the immediate financial burden of upfront costs, the constraints of current policy frameworks, and the lack of awareness and training among hotel staff. The strategic application of the energy-saving measures identified in the audits can result in substantial reductions in carbon emissions and operational costs for these hotels, enhancing energy reliability even amid fluctuating energy prices. Targeted incentives and comprehensive staff training programs should be implemented to improve the adoption rate. This research underscores the importance of systematic follow-through post-audits to capitalise on the latent energy-saving potential within the hospitality industry. The outcomes of this study aim to guide policy development and support initiatives that will facilitate the transformation of energy audit recommendations into actionable results, thereby advancing the energy efficiency front within Saudi Arabia's growing tourism and hospitality sectors.