The reimagining of the former newspaper building itself made a positive contribution to the environment with many of the original materials and features maintained during the transformation into an uber-cool mid-Century hotel.
Now, 60 new solar PV panels have been installed on the roof of the building, which will see 8.5 per cent of all energy used on site produced by the panels and close to 50 per cent of all energy usage coming from renewable sources.
The new panels come on top of a range of initiatives that have helped to reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint, including 98 per cent of the building utilising LED lighting, with sensor lighting in public areas and store cupboards to reduce the wastage of energy when it is not required.
The team receive training on best practices and are made aware of new processes – small and large – to ensure they are able to deliver on the Telegraph’s green policy.
That encompasses everything from cutting down on printed materials through to reducing the number of towels and bed linen that are replaced for individual guests, with their agreement. Hotel guests also have access to water bottle stations on all bedroom floors and recycling stations in public areas.
For corporate guests who also want to play their part, the Telegraph Hotel offers a Green Day Delegate Package for meetings and conferences.
The hotel is dedicated to minimising waste wherever possible, which contributes to reducing the hotel’s environmental footprint. From food and cooking oils to batteries, every waste stream is carefully handled through sustainable practices, reflecting the hotel’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and operational excellence.
Amy Windsor, General Manager of the Telegraph Hotel, said: “The installation of the new solar panels is part of our ongoing commitment to making the Telegraph as environmentally friendly as possible.
“Coventry is at the forefront of sustainability, innovation and decarbonisation. This is a shared responsibility for all businesses in the city and we’re proud to play our part in supporting the city to achieve its ambitious net zero goals.
“Sustainability is something that is important to us and to our guests and we will continue to look at every part of our operation to see where there are opportunities to make further improvements.
“People absolutely love the Telegraph – whether they’re staying for the night, here for a meal or visiting for a corporate event – and that’s because we provide the very best experience, in elegant and sophisticated surroundings which is backed by a conscience that ensures we do the right thing.”
The solar panels were supported by a grant from the Business Growth West Midlands Net Zero Grant programme; this project is funded by the UK government through the Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and delivered by Coventry City Council
Cllr Jim O’Boyle, Cabinet Member for Jobs, Regeneration and Climate Change, said: “I’m really pleased that we could use grant funding to support the Telegraph Hotel to improve their green credentials and cut their carbon footprint.
“This shift to renewable energy is good to see and it’s the latest move from the team who have really put sustainability at the heart of all they do.”
