# Conservation-Encouraging Hotel Meters The 'Save3' Key Card System Tracks Water and Energy Usage By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-12-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/key-card-system References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2015/12/30/be-a-greener-guest/) & [red-dot.sg](http://www.red-dot.sg/en/online-exhibition/save3/) Budget travelers are always on the hunt for the best deal, so the 'Save3' Key Card System is designed to help incentivize the [conservation of water and energy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flo-smart-water-monitor). Utilizing a series of sensors, the 'Save3' Key Card System goes to work tracking water and electricity usage when the guest is in the room to allow hotels to offer discounts if the person used less resources than average during their stay. Being that hotels waste the most when it comes to water and electricity, the 'Save3' Key Card System works wonders for enabling guests to save money as well as offering an [sustainability aspect for brands and consumers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-shilla) alike to reap the benefits of (as well as the Earth). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Hospitality:** Hotels can implement similar systems that incentivize guests to conserve resources and promote sustainability. - **Smart Energy Management:** Integrating sensor technology into buildings and rooms can lead to more efficient use of energy and reduce waste. - **Behavioral-based Discounts:** Tracking and rewarding positive habits can incentivize consumers to behave in more sustainable ways and save money at the same time. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Hotels can benefit from implementing innovative conservation systems, attracting eco-conscious travelers and reducing operating costs. - **Energy Management:** Integrating sensor technology and data analytics can help improve energy efficiency in buildings, saving costs and reducing carbon footprint. - **Environmental Sustainability:** Innovative tech solutions like 'Save3' Key Card System can help promote sustainable behaviors and reduce waste on a larger scale. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Closed-Loop Bathing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upfall-shower.md) - [In-Shower Water Meters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ikea-bergvattnet.md) - [Pressure-Sensitive Shower Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-shower-concept.md) - [Minimal Environmental Footprint Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shorebreak-hotel.md) - [Inner-Bottle Replacement Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanity-groups.md) - [In-Room Filtration Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inroom-filtration.md) - [GHG-Reducing Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/choice-hotels.md) - [Water-Saving Shower Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alu.md) - [Certified Eco-Friendly Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-key-certification.md)