What is the Talbot Hotel Clonmel doing for reduce water consumption

Based upon the hotel’s sustainability programme ‘Caring for our Environment’ the hotels main water saving  strategies are:

 

1. Private Water Well
• Talbot Hotel Clonmel has its own water well.
• Advantages cited: reduced dependency on external supply, more reliable water access, potential for environmental benefits by reducing the energy/carbon footprint associated with transportation and treatment of water supplied from public systems.

 

2. Real-time Monitoring & Leak Detection
• We participate in a partnership with SMART FLOW, which gives real-time visibility into water usage and triggers alerts for unusual flow (possible leaks, misuse).
• Monitoring intake and output of water to identify excessive use or leakage.

 

3. Water-Saving Fixtures and Controls
• Installed water-saving fixtures in conference areas, restrooms, kitchens.
• Showers in the leisure centre have push-button use to ensure water only flows when needed.
• Signage for guests to encourage reduced water use & reuse of towels.

 

4. Water Well Quality Assurance / Independent Source
• The well gives us more control over water quality for their own usage.

 

5. Part of Broader Water Management Plan
• Our Sustainable Management Plan (2024-2029) includes a Water Management & Minimisation Plan as a key pillar.
• Our hotel is committed via its Green Hospitality / Eco-Label goals to meeting defined water usage criteria.