Smart energy management for holiday parks: why an energy management system is essential
Smart energy management in holiday parks is more important than ever. Fluctuating occupancy rates, rising energy costs and the growing pressure to operate sustainably make efficient energy use a top priority. A smart energy management system (EMS) offers the ideal solution.
What is an energy management system (EMS)?
An EMS provides real-time insight into energy usage across your holiday park. You can instantly analyze and adjust consumption. This includes energy use from lighting, heat pumps, charging stations, air conditioners or boilers. With these insights, park managers can intervene immediately, reduce waste and lower costs.
Why is an EMS relevant for holiday parks?
Holiday parks have a unique energy profile:
- high peak loads during holiday seasons
- vacancy or under-occupancy in low seasons
- energy-intensive facilities such as swimming pools, restaurants and wellness centers
- growing demand for EV charging stations
A quarterly energy report is no longer sufficient. Only real-time insights enable park managers to manage energy sustainably and meet future goals.
Benefits of real-time energy management in holiday parks
- Real-time insight per accommodation or installation
Instantly view usage per bungalow, sanitation building or pool. Perfect for detecting anomalies early. - Smart control based on occupancy
Connect your EMS to occupancy data. Heating and ventilation systems adjust automatically based on guest presence. - Support for regulatory reporting such as EED or CSRD
Easily collect the data required for compliance with environmental legislation. - Control over both costs and CO₂ emissions
By detecting and solving inefficiencies, you reduce your energy bill and your environmental footprint.
Aurum’s solution: EnergyGrip
Aurum’s EnergyGrip is a scalable and user-friendly EMS designed for use in holiday parks. It offers:
- real-time measurement data at location, building or device level
- smart dashboards for park managers and facility teams
- integration with EV chargers, heat pumps and solar panels
- automatic reports for internal use and regulatory requirements such as from the RVO
This ensures full visibility and control over energy use, even remotely.
Inspiration from the field
Holiday parks like Landal GreenParks and Roompot have invested in energy optimization and sustainability for years. Through real-time monitoring and smart control, they significantly reduce energy costs while moving toward climate-neutral operations.
Want to future-proof your park? Investing in an EMS is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity.
The smart move for every park manager
The energy challenges faced by holiday parks today are too big for outdated methods like annual invoices or manual readings. A smart EMS provides real-time insights, intelligent controls and reporting that truly makes a difference. Aurum’s EnergyGrip offers a scalable solution that matches the ambitions of any park, both now and in the future.
Curious what EnergyGrip can do for your holiday park?
Frequently asked questions about an Energy Management System (EMS) for holiday parks
What is an EMS for holiday parks?
An EMS is a smart software platform that gives real-time insight into the energy usage of accommodations, facilities and installations. It helps park managers prevent waste, reduce costs and operate more sustainably, even remotely.
How much does an EMS cost for a holiday park?
The cost depends on the number of locations, the level of monitoring detail and integration with systems such as EV chargers or heat pumps. EnergyGrip is scalable, so you only pay for what you need. Request a free demo or quote for a tailored estimate.
How quickly can I earn back an EMS investment?
Most holiday parks recoup their investment within one to two years. Immediate savings on energy costs, smarter management and reduced manual work contribute to this. Especially during peak seasons, real-time monitoring delivers measurable benefits fast.