*3.1.6. Application of other energy-efficient concepts, elements and systems*

This primarily refers to wind generators, biomass plants, photovoltaic solar systems, solar heating and hot water systems, split solar systems, heat pumps, active facades, energy-efficient building elements (structures, materials, building openings, thermal insulation and minimising thermal bridges) and energy-efficient Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system.

### *3.1.7. Sustainable waste management*

Hospitality industry facility architects' and urban planners' continuous task in designing processes is to incorporate the globally important fact that energy and raw material resource are

This important task is best achieved by pollution suppression and by implementation of

A sustainable urban design, spatial planning for sustainable tourism development, should promote the diversity of architectural solutions complementary to the activities of potential users, the diversity of green areas and the diversity of renewable energy sources, thus reduc-

Furthermore, building construction should consist of integrated systems, self-sufficient energy production and water supply, sustainable waste management and reduced raw-material use. Planning and design should contribute to the mitigation of climatic extremes and be harmonised with the bio-climatic and ecological principles or the principles of sustainable

Analysis of carrying capacity is crucial for assessing the location, site and land use of energyefficient architecture and sustainable tourism development. The renovation and reconstruction of existing building will encourage the greatest savings of energy, materials, land and

The land-use planning will ensure that users meet their vital needs in a sustainable way by

ceptable construction materials and more heavily relying on local resources. Pre-planning

The best project solution will come as a result of a well-organised design process, a carefully selected design team, a precisely defined end goal, a study of applicable principles and model

Appropriate location, selection of a site with good solar access, proper orientation with building's position towards solar gain during winter and limited western exposure in the summer, compact spatial concept, natural lighting, shading (natural and architectural), thermal mass, preheating, double envelope, well-dimensioned thermal insulation made of environment-friendly

emissions, reducing the use of environmentally unac-

limited, as well as the capacity of the ecosystem to absorb waste.

*3.1.1. Sustainable urban design*

*3.1.2. Evaluation and site selection*

technical and social infrastructure.

reducing energy consumption and CO<sup>2</sup>

*3.1.4. Sustainable architectural design*

scheduled development process prevents irreparable damages.

*3.1.5. Application of the principles of passive solar architecture*

*3.1.3. Land-use planning*

testing.

development.

ing dependence on one non-renewable resource.

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energy-efficient concepts, elements and systems, and they are as follows:

Waste analysis is the foundation of any zero waste and nearly-zero waste programme. Sustainable design will respect the waste management hierarchy before the final disposal of potential residual waste.

#### *3.1.8. Involvement of residents, guests and users*

Responsible occupants' behaviour has a significant impact on the thermal balance and energyefficiency, water consumption, as well as on waste management of the facility. These facts raise importance of informing and educating the hospitality industry participants, guests, visitors and employees on how technology and occupant behaviour can be integrated into realising the sustainable lifestyle.

The hospitality industry sector is energy intensively demanding. The use of renewable energy sources reduces operational costs, increases competitiveness and strengthens the green-building identity. In addition to reducing energy consumption from non-renewable sources, the application of the principles of energy-efficient architecture in tourism, such as energy-efficient concepts, elements and systems, brings many significant benefits such as reducing CO<sup>2</sup> emissions, improving guest comfort and reducing the possibility of the 'sick building syndrome'.
