Renewable Energy Solutions for Leisure & Tourism Buildings

Supporting hotels, resorts, holiday parks, and leisure facilities to reduce energy costs, enhance sustainability, and improve guest comfort.

How ZLC Energy Supports Leisure & Tourism

We work with hotels, resorts, holiday parks, and leisure facilities to implement practical renewable energy solutions that reduce costs and carbon emissions without compromising guest experience. Our approach prioritises technical integrity, value for money, and clear communication at every stage.

Our support includes:

• Solar PV & Battery Storage – Generate on-site electricity to offset high daytime and seasonal energy use.
• Heat Pumps – Replace ageing boilers with low-carbon heating and cooling, ensuring guest comfort.
• Energy Monitoring & Management – Track and optimise energy usage across multiple buildings.
• Funding and Feasibility Support – Guidance through available grants and sustainable investment options.
• Net-Zero Strategy Development – Long-term planning to meet sustainability goals while protecting profitability.

We design systems that are reliable, low-maintenance, and fully compliant, helping leisure and tourism businesses maintain uninterrupted operations year-round.

Trusted by Leading Organisations Across the UK

Proven Results in Leisure & Tourism

ZLC Energy has delivered projects for hotels, resorts, and holiday parks across the UK, helping them reduce energy use while maintaining guest satisfaction.

Case Studies:

• China Fleet Country Club – saves £55,000 a year in energy costs.
• Bedruthan Steps Hotel – solar PV system cuts carbon emissions by 48,000kg a year.
• The Lost Gardens of Heligan – is enjoying a 20% annual return from its renewable energy investment.

The Energy Challenges Facing Leisure & Tourism

Leisure and tourism facilities face high energy demands for heating, cooling, lighting, and pools, spas, or commercial kitchens. Rising energy costs, sustainability expectations, and guest experience pressures create complex operational challenges.

Common challenges include:

• High energy and operational costs across multiple buildings and sites.
• Maintaining guest comfort and consistent service standards.
• Ageing infrastructure and inefficient heating, cooling, and lighting systems.
• Meeting local authority and corporate sustainability targets.
• Seasonal peaks and variable occupancy patterns.

Every facility is unique, but all require reliable, efficient, and cost-effective energy solutions that support operations, reduce environmental impact, and enhance guest satisfaction.

Our Services

We design practical, efficient systems that align with your operational, environmental, and financial objectives, helping you focus on guest experience and business growth.

Solar

Solar PV installations allow leisure facilities to generate clean energy on-site, reducing running costs and environmental impact. Low-maintenance and predictable, solar is ideal for publicly accessible and seasonal facilities.

Heat Pumps

Heat pumps provide efficient heating and cooling while reducing carbon emissions. Ideal for pools, spas, hotels, and leisure centres, they ensure guest comfort year-round.

Battery Storage

Energy storage maximises the benefit of solar power by storing excess electricity for peak periods or after-hours use, perfect for facilities with variable occupancy patterns.

Why leading clients choose us

Dedicated project manager

All our customers have dedicated account managers that oversee every step of the commercial and production process.

Certified quality standards

Industry-recognised accreditations ensure technical excellence.

Sustainability commitment

We focus on reducing environmental impact in our own operations and yours.

Zero accidents

Rigorous protocols protect your staff, our team, and your site.

What our customers say

“Installing the system was a no-brainer. ZLC Energy provided us with detailed information on the CHP system, as well as how it will help us to achieve our targets to reducing the cost of energy.“

Dean Bennett

Managing Director of China Fleet Country Club

Explore our Case Studies

David Salisbury Conservatories

ZLC Energy designed and installed 150kW Solar PV at the factor to reduce carbon and provide optimum return on investment.

• System Size: 150 kWp
• Annual ROI: 22%
• Payback: 5 yers
• Carbon Reduction: 90,000 kg/year

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Bosinver Farm Cottages and Swimming Pool

We delivered a ground mounted Solar PV installation in a field adjacent to the holiday cottages. Value engineering of the design meant we were able to get more out of the same space, for less cost.

• System size: 52kWp
• Annual ROI: 21%
• Energy Generation: 42,620kWh/year

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St Austell Brewery

Tailored solar PV solutions designed for different energy needs across breweries, distribution centres, and hotels, with a long-term relationship built on trust.

• System Size: 600 kWp
• Payback: 4 to 6 years
• Annual ROI: 20%

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FAQS

How can renewable systems be funded in leisure and tourism?

We assist with grants, funding schemes, and sustainable investment options to ensure projects are financially viable.

Will installations disrupt guests or operations?

We carefully schedule work to minimise disruption, maintaining full compliance and guest satisfaction.

What maintenance do systems require?

Most renewable systems require minimal maintenance. We offer long-term support packages for ongoing reliability.

Can renewable energy systems help meet sustainability goals?

Yes — we design systems that contribute directly to corporate sustainability targets through measurable energy and carbon reductions.

What’s the typical payback period for hotels or leisure facilities?

Payback varies by site, but most achieve returns within 5–8 years, often supported by grants or incentives.

Ready to Explore Energy Solutions for Your Facilities?

If you’re interested in reducing energy costs, improving sustainability, and strengthening operational resilience, we can help you identify the right approach for your facilities. Our team will assess your site and provide tailored recommendations, with no obligation.

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