Spotlight: Sustainable Hotels News Highlights
Sustainability boost in hotel guest rewards programs. Hotels, travel advisors and younger travelers push sustainability. IHG's call for industry action. Airbnb/ChargePoint partner on EV charging. Hilton details sustainability progress. Marriott verifies SBTi emissions targets. And much more...
Brands in the news: IHG Hotels & Resorts, Airbnb, ChargePoint, Hilton, Marriott International, Staypineapple, Iberostar Group, Beyond Green, andBeyond Travel, BeCause, D2O, Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), Virtuoso Travel iSeatz, Eco Hotels, Hotelschool The Hague, Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), Millennium Hotels and Resorts, World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, Relais & Châteaux, Everbright Group Hotels, LLANDUDNO BAY HOTEL & SPA LIMITED, Brigade Group, The Ascott Limited, Cendyn and many more.
Hotels, travel advisors and younger generations lead push toward sustainable luxury
“Hotel properties have increasingly been adopting environmentally friendly practices, while travellers are becoming more aware of the role sustainability can play in their vacations.”
Sustainability Focus in Guest Rewards Offered by Hospitality Firms
“There has been a boost in sustainable-related rewards offered to customers by hospitality businesses, according to a new report. Some 27% of the hotels and hospitality groups in the analysis offered loyalty-integrated sustainability initiatives, compared to 14% in 2023.”
IHG Hotels & Resorts: A Call to Action for Sustainable Growth in Hospitality
“IHG Hotels & Resorts calls for industry-wide collaboration, reinforcing its commitment to responsible business practices.”
ChargePoint & Airbnb Partner to Enable Seamless EV Charging
“ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT), a leading provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), and Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ: ABNB) yesterday announced a partnership to meet a growing demand in EV charging from Airbnb guests. The partnership aims to make it easier for Airbnb hosts in the United States to install EV chargers at their listings and expand access to EV chargers across the U.S.”
Hilton makes progress on sustainability and social impact goals
“Hospitality leader Hilton and its philanthropic arm, the Hilton Global Foundation, have announced notable progress towards the environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals outlined in their Travel with Purpose initiative. The initiative aims to create a more sustainable and socially responsible travel industry by 2030.”
Staypineapple strengthens sustainability commitment
“Staypineapple has taken significant steps to strengthen its commitment to sustainable business practices and achieve its goal of providing a greener guest experience.”
Beyond Green’s Lindsey Ueberroth talks andBeyond partnership
“After Beyond Green, a global portfolio of some of the world’s most sustainable hotels, resorts and lodges, revealed its extended partnership with andBeyond and its properties, Hotel Businessspoke with Lindsey Ueberroth, Beyond Green’s CEO, to find out more about the partnership and why sustainability is so important to the company.”
Global Sustainable Tourism Council Recognizes Ascott For Sustainable Practices
“The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) is excited to declare that The Ascott Limited (Ascott) has achieved GSTC-Committed status due to its adoption of the GSTC Industry Criteria v3.0 without modifications. Owned entirely by CapitaLand Investment, Ascott is a prominent hospitality enterprise boasting over 950 properties in more than 220 cities across 40 countries.”
Luxury Meets Sustainability: The New Standard in High-End Hospitality
“As the world becomes increasingly conscious of its environmental impact, the hospitality industry is stepping up to the challenge. Leading the charge are luxury hotels that are seamlessly integrating sustainability into their operations without compromising on opulence. Here’s a closer look at how top-tier establishments are redefining luxury travel with eco-friendly practices, featuring insights from industry leaders.”
Integrating Sustainability with Guest Satisfaction
“Integrating sustainability with guest satisfaction is an ongoing challenge that hoteliers are directly impacted by. With a significant portion of its clientele being digital natives, the industry is poised to transform its operations by enhancing energy efficiency, reducing waste, and promoting eco-friendly accommodations.”
Marriott International verifies emissions reduction targets with SBTi
“Marriott International verified its near- and long-term emissions reduction targets with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), the hospitality giant announced last month... Marriott is the largest global hospitality company to receive approval for both short-term and long-term science-based targets.”
BeCause and d2o to jointly create CSRD reporting solution for hotels
“Danish start-up BeCause has joined forces with d2o to introduce a corporate social responsibility directive (CSRD) solution for the hotel industry.”
All-veg and net zero carbon emission hotel launched in Kota
“Eco Hotels is dedicated to expanding its footprint in the hospitality sector, with a focus on offering eco-friendly accommodations.”
Hotelschool The Hague Partners with Caribbean Tourism Organization to Promote Sustainability in Global Travel Industry
“Hotelschool The Hague (HTH) and the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) have unveiled a new partnership aimed at fostering sustainable practices and innovation in global tourism. This collaboration will extend the Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC) to the Caribbean, enhancing its global footprint.”
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Millennium Hotels & Resorts MEA joins World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance
“Millennium Hotels and Resorts Middle East & Africa has joined the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance (WSHA) as a member, reaffirming the brand’s commitment to fostering sustainability across the region’s vibrant hospitality industry. As a new affiliate member, Millennium Hotels & Resorts Middle East & Africa aligns with nearly 50 global members, collectively addressing critical challenges affecting the planet, communities, and the hospitality industry.”
North Wales Hotel Wins Global Award for its ‘Green Revolution’
“A four-star seaside hotel in North Wales has won a major global award after a “green revolution” cut its carbon footprint by 84%. The historic Grade II listed Llandudno Bay Hotel has been honoured at the international Lux Life Travel and Tourism Awards.”
Unlocking the advantages of sustainable practices for hoteliers
“Sustainability in the hotel industry refers to the measures taken to reduce the environmental impact of hotel operations. This can include energy conservation, waste reduction, water efficiency, and sourcing local and organic food for hotel restaurants.”