Jorvik has become the latest tourist attraction to link up with Orchard as they looks to cut costs without impacting on visitor experience. We are working closely with York Archealogical Trusts director of finance in what is very much a partnership approach to energy management.

Jorvik attracts 400,000 visitors every year and operates eight sites in York including its main Viking attraction in the centre of the city. Orchard have carried out a detailed survey of the energy usage at all its sites to demonstrate the most efficient tariffs, contracts and suppliers for the organisation as a whole.

Orchard also manages energy supplies for Harewood, Eureka Children’s Museum, the Devonshire Estate, Ripley Castle, York Castle and Castle Howard.

We understand that for tourist attractions, venues and museums cutting costs isn’t as straightforward as it is with other businesses because lighting and heating are necessary to create the right ambience.

Orchard is also helping many of these organisations prepare for the Government’s Carbon Reduction Commitment to avoid fines for non compliance.

Further information:

www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk

www.carbontrust.co.uk/.../carbon-reduction-commitment.aspx