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Int'l Business Times
28-05-2025
- Business
- Int'l Business Times
Green Scope Solutions Founders on How Hotels Can Cut Energy Waste Without Compromising Guest Experience
When guests check into a hotel, they're usually thinking about comfort, convenience, and maybe how fluffy the pillows are, not the energy footprint of their stay. But the reality is, the global hotel industry is a massive consumer of energy and water. According to a report, U.S. hotels spend an average of $2,196 per available room each year on energy alone, making it the second-highest operating cost after labor. In general, hotels account for roughly 32% of energy use in the commercial sector, and given that most operate 24/7, 365 days a year, the environmental toll is significant. From lights that never go off, to air conditioners blasting in empty rooms, to laundry machines running endlessly to provide crisp linens daily, hotels are inherently energy-hungry. But Green Scope Solutions , an energy efficiency services company, is on a mission to educate. It doesn't have to be that way. Led by Brian Mavraganes and Adam Morris, the company is helping hotels reduce their energy burden through smart, scalable, guest-friendly solutions. "You can't blame the guest, but you can lead by example," affirms Morris. "Let's face it," says Mavraganes, "guests behave differently when they're not footing the bill for utilities. They crank the AC, take longer hot showers, and never think twice about leaving the lights on." But instead of pointing fingers, Green Scope helps hotels take ownership of their environmental impact and use it as a point of pride and even guest engagement. "It's really powerful when guests see that the hotel is making an effort," Morris adds. "If you're putting signs up about recycling, giving people the option to skip daily towel or linen service, or highlighting the hotel's use of LED lighting and smart thermostats, then it's a shared experience. You're inviting them to participate in something bigger." That shared experience must come with balance, though. "You can't cut corners on comfort," Mavraganes insists. "The solutions we bring to hotels are designed to be invisible to the guest, but impactful to the bottom line." Among the top areas Green Scope targets for savings are HVAC systems, lighting, water conservation, building automation, energy procurement, and increasingly EV charging infrastructure. "Room automation is a game-changer," says Mavraganes. "With occupancy sensors and smart thermostats, rooms can automatically adjust settings when guests leave, saving enormous amounts of energy without anyone noticing. Coupling energy efficiency projects with strategic procurement provides better outcomes, because both are dependent on each other." Lighting retrofits are still shockingly relevant, even in 2025. "I'm still amazed we're doing LED conversions after 15 years," says Mavraganes. "But some hotels haven't taken that step, even though the ROI is often achieved in under two years. After that, it's pure savings." Water savings can be achieved by simple policy shifts, like only changing bed linens on request or optimizing laundry systems. "Do you change your sheets every day at home?" Morris asks. "Probably not. So why do it at a hotel, especially when the environmental impact is so large?" Looking ahead, Green Scope is exploring the integration of on-site generation and storage to help hotels further reduce reliance on the grid. "With peak capacity costs skyrocketing in some regions," Morris explains, "being able to self-generate and store energy could allow hotels to reduce demand during expensive peak periods and control their costs more strategically." It's an area where technology is evolving fast and with that evolution comes a natural question: how often do you reinvest? "That's always the tricky part," says Mavraganes. "Say a hotel invests $200,000 in energy-saving tech with a two-year return on investment. Great. But what if new tech comes out three years later that's even better? You want to avoid tech fatigue while still staying ahead." Ultimately, Green Scope's mission goes beyond cost savings. It's about setting a new standard for responsibility in hospitality. "When a hotel is visibly making an effort, it encourages guests to be more mindful, even when they go home," says Morris. "That ripple effect matters." Mavraganes echoes the sentiment: "We've done projects in major flag hotels and iconic buildings that waited over a decade to implement LED or automation upgrades. Once we show them the numbers, they can't believe they waited that long." In a world increasingly defined by climate-conscious decision-making, the hotel industry's energy reckoning is long overdue. And thanks to firms like Green Scope, it doesn't have to come at the cost of a great night's stay.
Associated Press
23-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Green Scope Solutions Team Announces 15 Years of Transforming Commercial Energy
05/22/2025, Chicago, Illinois // PRODIGY: Feature Story // Brian Mavraganes, co-founder of Green Scope Solutions (source: Green Scope Solutions Green Scope Solutions , a leading provider of energy efficiency, procurement, and green infrastructure solutions for commercial properties, is proudly celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. What began as a small-scale procurement business has grown into a full-service, energy efficiency partner, streamlining cost-saving solutions for hotels, office buildings, senior living centers, apartment complexes, and more. Co-founded by Adam Morris and Brian Mavraganes, Green Scope Solutions has evolved organically based on client needs, technological advancements, and a shared vision: to help businesses pay less for the energy they use and, ultimately, to help them use less energy altogether. 'Our biggest differentiator is that we do everything in-house,' said Morris. 'We're not just energy brokers or consultants. We self-perform our work, from design and procurement to installation and ongoing consulting. That gives us complete control over quality, pricing, and results.' Unlike many that outsource critical components of their services, Green Scope Solutions offers a true turnkey approach. Clients benefit from a centralized partner who handles every piece of the puzzle, right from lighting design, HVAC upgrades, automation systems, and EV charging infrastructure to water-saving retrofits and more, without the burden of coordinating between multiple vendors. This integrated model has proven particularly valuable in large-scale, multi-site projects. Green Scope recently completed work across over 50 hotels under a single agreement, streamlining logistics, lowering costs, and delivering powerful ROI across states. 'When ownership only has to deal with one phone call instead of seven, we find that as the real value for our clients,' said Mavraganes. 'The left hand knows what the right hand is doing, and we can make smarter, faster decisions that save time and money.' The average ROI for Green Scope's projects is compelling for water-saving initiatives and lighting upgrades, with even faster returns in high-cost energy markets like Hawaii. Morris and Mavraganes started in 2010 when they recognized a new frontier in commercial energy consulting. They started with a single service, energy procurement, and quickly expanded after hearing consistent feedback from clients asking, 'Can you help with lighting? What about HVAC? Water? Design?' 'We just kept saying yes,' said Morris. 'And then we built it. That's how our entire business model grew: by listening, solving real problems, and offering more value.' Green Scope Solutions grew out of demand for additional services, initially under the umbrella of Option One Energy. Today, its team remains lean but highly efficient. As a licensed distributor, Green Scope buys equipment directly and installs it with its own crews, cutting out middlemen, reducing project costs, and accelerating timelines. Whether it's designing more energy-efficient hotel lobbies, installing EV charging stations at office buildings, or upgrading thermostats in senior living facilities, Green Scope helps clients lower costs, meet sustainability goals, and enhance the guest and tenant experience. As demand for green infrastructure grows, so does Green Scope's reach. The company operates across the U.S. and has recently expanded into the Caribbean. Projects span from Class A commercial buildings to student housing, with tailored solutions for each property type. 'We like to think of ourselves as energy optimization experts,' said Mavraganes. 'We simplify the complex. We educate clients, monitor the markets, and build custom strategies that work.' Green Scope's commitment to education, transparency, and service excellence has earned it long-term relationships in a notoriously fragmented industry. As the world moves toward more sustainable and connected building systems, Green Scope is positioning itself at the forefront of that shift. With emerging technologies, client demand, and new regulations driving the next chapter, Morris and Mavraganes see the next decade as even more transformational. 'The future of energy is dynamic, and businesses need more than just a utility bill discount,' said Morris. 'They need strategy. They need design. They need execution. That's what we do. And we're just getting started.' Media Contact Name: The Greenscope Team Email: [email protected] Source published by Submit Press Release >> Green Scope Solutions Team Announces 15 Years of Transforming Commercial Energy
