Investigation of the Energy Use Pattern in Hotel Buildings in Tropical Savannah Climate: A Case Study of Minna
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Energy Consumption, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Sustainable Practices, Energy EfficiencyAbstract
The hospitality industry is crucial for economic development in cities like Minna, Nigeria,
providing essential services to a diverse clientele. However, the energy-intensive nature of their operations,
exacerbated by the tropical savannah climate's high temperatures and humidity found in Minna,
highlighting a critical need for research on energy consumption patterns and factors influencing energy
usage in these establishments. There are a lot of questions about the energy consumption patterns of hotel
buildings, especially in places like Minna where climatic and ecological factors further shape energy
dynamics and the need for sustainable practices. This study aims to investigate the energy use pattern of
hotel buildings in Minna. It utilized a qualitative approach through energy audits of ten randomly selected
hotel buildings in Minna, analyzing data from energy consumption bills and observations to identify energy
usage patterns and inform strategies for enhancing energy efficiency. The analysis of energy consumption
revealed that, on average, each room consumes 30.24kWh/day and reflect the operational scale and
efficiency of each hotel, with potential for improved energy management particularly in hotels with high
differences between full capacity and actual occupancy demands. This also shows possibility for energy
efficiency improvements in hotels, particularly by optimizing operational strategies and integrating
renewable energy sources to reduce overall environmental impact. It is recommended that hotels adopt
energy-efficient technologies and optimize their operational strategies, particularly during low occupancy
periods, to enhance energy conservation and reduce environmental impact.
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