Blenheim Palace has again been recognised as one of the UK’s leading sustainable visitor attractions, retaining its prestigious Gold Award from Green Tourism.
The accolade places the UNESCO World Heritage Site among the highest‑scoring organisations globally, reflecting its long‑term commitment to environmental responsibility, community impact and carbon reduction.
The Green Tourism assessment evaluates performance across 15 sustainability criteria, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, biodiversity, wellbeing and social responsibility.
Blenheim’s impressive 83% score highlights what can be achieved when heritage and innovation work hand in hand.
We are proud to support Blenheim Palace on its green journey, having saved the estate 49% of energy in the last 12 months.
As champions of sustainable building technology, we’re proud to celebrate their achievement and share their story. Read the full announcement from Blenheim Palace.
Why Blenheim Palace’s Green Tourism Matters
Tourism and heritage sites face a unique challenge: balancing preservation with modern sustainability expectations. Blenheim Palace’s success proves that even the most historic estates can lead the way in carbon reduction and environmental innovation.
Their Gold Award is actually a blueprint for how organisations can embed sustainability into daily operations, visitor experience and long‑term planning.
Carbon reduction across the built environment
At Tyrrell Systems, we help buildings, from heritage estates to commercial campuses, achieve similar sustainability goals through intelligent building management and automation.
Smart energy management
Our systems provide real‑time monitoring and optimisation of HVAC, lighting, and automation building management. By reducing unnecessary energy consumption, organisations can significantly cut carbon emissions without compromising comfort or performance.
Seamless integration for historic sites
Older buildings often rely on legacy systems that are difficult to modernise. Our technology integrates non‑invasively, allowing estates to upgrade their environmental performance while respecting conservation requirements.
Data‑driven sustainability
We deliver actionable insights that support ESG reporting, compliance with sustainability frameworks, and long‑term carbon reduction strategies. Clear data empowers organisations to make informed decisions and track progress with confidence.
From demand‑based ventilation and heating to intelligent scheduling and predictive maintenance, our solutions help organisations reduce waste, improve efficiency, and move closer to their net-zero ambitions.
Let’s build a greener future
Regardless of a building’s age, size or complexity, Blenheim Palace’s achievement is a powerful reminder that sustainability is possible. As more organisations commit to carbon reduction, smart building technology will play an essential role in a greener future.
If you’d like to explore how intelligent building systems can help your organisation reduce emissions and improve efficiency, we’d love to discuss how Tyrrell Systems can help.