Wrexham Business Professionals were treated to an inspiring speech by Darryl Shaw, Group Operations Director of Everbright Hotels, at their annual Christmas dinner at the Ramada Plaza. Shaw urged local business leaders to join the eco-revolution and make 2025 a landmark year for the introduction of green technologies in Wrexham.
Everbright Hotels, an award-winning company, plans to invest £2 million in cutting carbon across all its hotels, including the historic Rossett Hall Hotel and The Wild Pheasant Hotel in Llangollen. The group’s other sites include the Llandudno Bay Hotel, the Belmont in Llandudno, the George Hotel in Penrith, and Stonecross Manor in Kendal.
Shaw explained that the company’s carbon reduction plan was developed after taking over Rossett Hall in 2015. Through extensive research and consultations with experts, Everbright Group fully embraced sustainability initiatives and has seen the positive impact on both financial and environmental fronts.
Their environmentally-conscious approach has earned them the title of Sustainable Luxury Hotel Group of the Year. The Llandudno Bay Hotel, their flagship grade-II-listed property, also won the Green Innovation Award for the North Wales and West Cheshire Region at the 2024 British Chambers of Trade Awards.
Shaw highlighted the financial benefits of investing in green technology, citing the example of the Llandudno Bay Hotel where the initial investment of over £150,000 is expected to be recovered in just two years through energy bill savings. The hotel has seen a significant decrease in energy bills after implementing changes such as multi-zone temperature controllers in all rooms and public areas.
In addition, the hotel has installed electric vehicle charging points, including a 50Kw DC Fast charger, to promote the use of electric vehicles. Shaw emphasized that these green policies not only make financial sense but also contribute to building stronger and more reliable economies.
The news of Everbright Group’s success in implementing green initiatives is a positive development for Wrexham and the wider business community. It sets an example for other businesses to follow and shows that investing in green technology can bring significant financial benefits while also promoting sustainability. As we move towards a more environmentally-conscious future, it is important for businesses to take action and contribute to the global effort to combat climate change.