Sustainability for hoteliers is not just a trend; it is a smart move for a successful business strategy from a 360-degree view.
UN Tourism has joined leading international organizations and government leaders at the World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, held in Baku around the theme of 'Dialogue for Peace and Global Security: Cooperation and Interconnectivity.'
2024 set to be a historic year for the sustainability initiative
The report details the Company's continuing and steadfast commitment to its Social Impact and Sustainability principles of embracing humanity and protecting the planet and building a legacy for generations to come.
The hospitality industry has a significant impact on the environment, from extensive water and energy usage to waste production. However, the growing awareness of environmental issues has led many consumers to prefer businesses that commit to sustainable practices. This shift presents a golden opportunity for hotels. This article will show you ways you can implement some good practices that not only will be good for the earth, but great for bringing in more guests.
Highlights Include Committing to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Incorporating Sustainability into Property Improvement Plans, and a Refreshed Approach to Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention
The release of Radisson Hotel Group’s 2023 Responsible Business report marks the 35th anniversary since the Group issued its first pioneering environmental policy - the first ever in the industry.
WTTC, UN Tourism and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance join forces to support Nature Positive Tourism
Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) has verified its near and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
The United Nations General Assembly has held a second thematic event focused on tourism and the sector?s critical role in critical role of tourism in advancing sustainable development and resilience.
Association representatives from the European travel and tourism sector (business and leisure) met in Rhodes, Greece, to sign a landmark declaration promising decisive action towards more sustainable travel and tourism.
According to Global Business Travel Association's 2023 report, The State of Climate Action in Business Travel, sustainability is becoming a key consideration in corporate travel programs and measuring emissions is a major responsibility of travel buyers.
Major hotel companies are in collaboration with Green Key Global, as AHLA and HAC solidify partnership deal to expand further into U.S. and Canada
According to data from a recent Deloitte European Hospitality Industry Conference industry survey, only half of the respondents see 'climate change disruptions' as high risks this year or in a one to three year timescale, while only 39% indicated that 'non-compliance with the growing sustainability agenda' is a risk over the same time period.
Industry-wide, open-source solution provides corporate travel managers with a harmonized approach for requesting information on suppliers' sustainability practices, starting with the aviation sector
The EVCs that will be available at IHG-branded hotels in North America are well suited for travelers needing an overnight charge. To help travelers plan ahead, IHG has added an EV-charger search filter on its award-winning IHG One Rewards mobile app alongside a wide set of mapping features.
Jeremy Sampson, CEO of the Travel Foundation calls upon the industry to make more consistent course corrections.
Panel discussion entitled 'Green transformation in the hotel industry' at ITB Berlin provided insights on a scientific pilot project. Later Industry representatives discussed resource conservation
A groundbreaking statistical framework, developed under the leadership of UN Tourism, has been adopted by all 193 UN member states.
New report designed to tackle the sector's unique sustainability challenges
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) last week brought together hotel and sustainability leaders in Washington to highlight the hotel industry's continued commitment and expanding set of programs regarding environmental sustainability at the second annual Responsible Stay Summit.
The initiative, which provides certifications to hotels around the world, puts hotels through an assessment and audit to measure their performance in areas such as energy and water conservation, land use, hazardous and solid waste management, air quality, and more.
Accor is one of the 141 European companies that achieved an 'A' on climate change out of over 21,000 companies scored. Moreover, Accor has once again demonstrated its leadership on the climate issue by being the only company, among the leading hospitality companies, to be recognized with an 'A'.
The partnership aims to support common core principles in hotel sustainability, driving accommodation towards sustainable alignment
The Hotel Sustainability Basics is an independent global sustainability verification pro-gramme, overseen by internationally recognised verifiers, Green Key and SGS.