Energy management is a key aspect of sustainable tourism, focusing on the efficient use of energy and the integration of renewable energy sources in tourism infrastructure and operations. It covers both on-site activities such as accommodation, cable cars, and trail maintenance, as well as operational processes that consume energy. Reducing fossil energy use and optimizing energy efficiency not only lowers environmental impacts but can also generate economic benefits for tourism businesses.
In Tyrol, efforts focus on increasing the share of renewable energy, improving efficiency in tourism buildings and operational infrastructure, and adopting low-impact technologies for on-site activities such as slope and trail maintenance. These measures support the transition to more sustainable operations across the tourism sector and contribute to regional climate and energy goals, including reducing fossil energy dependence and promoting long-term resource efficiency.
Key Performance Indicators
TYSTO monitors energy consumption and efficiency in Tyrol’s tourism sector using the following indicators:
| Key Performance Indicators | Data Source |
|---|---|
| Biomass district heating networks | Tyrolean Tourism Associations |
| Measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (CO₂e) from machine-based slope and trail maintenance | |
| Use of alternative systems for slope and trail maintenance (e.g., HVO, electric) | |
| Electricity consumption in hotels (kWh per overnight stay) | OeHT Balance Sheet and ESG Evaluation |
| Heating energy consumption in hotels (kWh per overnight stay) |
Results
Initial results will be published in 2026, covering data from the 2025 reporting year. Data collection is currently ongoing.
