Park Inn by Radisson Clark, a renowned property under SM Hotels & Conventions Corporation (SMHCC) in Central Luzon, has been recognized for its strong commitment to sustainability and innovation. The hotel was conferred a Special Award for Innovative Use of Technology at the 5th Energy Efficiency Excellence Awards organized by the Department of Energy (DOE). This recognition highlights the property’s effective Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EE&C) initiatives and its successful implementation of advanced systems that deliver measurable energy savings and environmental benefits.
The award underscores Park Inn by Radisson Clark’s ability to integrate sustainability into daily hotel operations while continuing to provide guests with a comfortable and enjoyable stay. By prioritizing energy-efficient solutions and forward-thinking design, the hotel demonstrates how innovation can support both environmental responsibility and operational efficiency within the hospitality sector.
Energy Efficiency Through Smart System Design
One of the core reasons behind the recognition is the hotel’s adoption of a smart system design that optimizes energy consumption without compromising guest comfort. Park Inn by Radisson Clark has implemented a shared cooling infrastructure that significantly reduces the need for energy-intensive equipment. This system reflects a strategic approach to managing resources efficiently while ensuring stable and reliable hotel operations.
Through careful planning and integration of modern technology, the hotel has proven that energy efficiency can be achieved not only through retrofitting but also through deliberate design choices made early in development. This approach allows the property to operate sustainably while maintaining consistent indoor temperatures and minimizing operational disruptions.
Innovative Use of Offsite Cooling Technology
A key initiative highlighted by the Department of Energy is the hotel’s use of an offsite cooling system that supplies chilled water from a nearby central plant. Instead of operating its own chiller equipment, Park Inn by Radisson Clark relies on this shared infrastructure to meet its cooling requirements. This strategy results in lower overall energy consumption, reduced equipment maintenance, and improved operational reliability.
By eliminating the need for in-house chiller systems, the hotel is able to streamline operations while benefiting from a centralized and efficient cooling solution. This innovative setup supports long-term sustainability goals and demonstrates how collaboration and shared resources can lead to meaningful energy savings in large-scale developments.
Measurable Environmental and Energy Savings
The integration of energy-efficient cooling components has delivered significant and measurable results for Park Inn by Radisson Clark. The hotel utilizes constant flow valves as part of its air-conditioning system, further enhancing efficiency and performance. These improvements contribute to annual energy savings of more than 240,000 kilowatt-hours.
In addition to reducing electricity consumption, these initiatives help prevent approximately 174 metric tons of carbon emissions each year. The environmental impact of these reductions reinforces the value of investing in advanced energy solutions and highlights the role of the hospitality industry in supporting broader sustainability efforts.
Commitment to Sustainability and Long-Term Impact
“This award reflects our commitment to integrating sustainability into the core of our developments,” said SMHCC Senior Vice President for Project Management and Technical Support Services Mr. Eric Uy. “The success of Park Inn by Radisson Clark illustrates that leveraging on shared infrastructure and modern technology can produce tangible energy savings, measurable operational efficiency, and long-term environmental value for the hospitality industry. At the onset, Park Inn by Radisson Clark was built with these in mind. The property was not just retrofitted for the sake of the award,” Mr. Uy added.
This recognition also aligns with SMHCC’s broader sustainability roadmap. The energy reductions achieved by Park Inn by Radisson Clark contribute meaningfully to SMHCC’s Road to Net Zero by 2040. By demonstrating how thoughtful design and technology adoption can lead to lasting benefits, the hotel serves as a benchmark for energy-efficient hotel operations in the Philippines.
As sustainability continues to shape the future of hospitality, Park Inn by Radisson Clark stands as a strong example of how innovation, shared infrastructure, and long-term planning can work together to create positive environmental and operational outcomes.
