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Net-zero hotels: Challenges and solutions

“Net-zero hotels” are something no one had heard of ten years ago, but now an increasing number are redirecting their efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and achieve this gold standard in hospitality sustainability.

The Westin Washington launches a new sleep enhancing program 

The Westin Washington, D.C. Downtown announced a groundbreaking collaboration with Dr. Whitney Roban, Ph.D., a leading sleep expert, to launch a new sleep enhancing program designed to support the wellness routines of its guests, specifically those who experience “First Night Effect.”

AHLA and WWF revamp Hotel Kitchen platform to aid hoteliers in reducing food waste

AHLA and WWF revamp Hotel Kitchen platform to aid hoteliers in reducing food waste, improving sustainability, and cutting costs.

Exploring the link between sustainability and traveling with pets

Fortunately, it is possible to combine these two trends, offering travel options that are both eco-conscious and pet friendly.

A new series of online training sessions by Booking.com and UN Tourism

A new series of online training sessions for hospitality businesses, focusing on community engagement, energy and greenhouse gases, as well as food and water management, has been developed by Booking.com in collaboration with UN Tourism.

CHLA and Oxford Economics launch ‘Hotel Caring’ Initiative

The California Hotel & Lodging Association (CHLA), in partnership with Oxford Economics, announced Hotel Caring, an initiative to showcase the positive social impact the lodging industry has on local communities.

Innisfree Hotels prepares young people with disabilities for success

One of the ways it stands out is through an inclusive partnership with Project SEARCH, a nationwide program that prepares young people with significant disabilities for success in competitive integrated employment.

Six Senses shares 82 tried and tested solutions with wider hotel industry

Six Senses shares 82 tried and tested solutions with wider hotel industry to help eliminate the use of plastic in hospitality.

PADF partners with Viva Resorts by Wyndham to promote sustainable tourism

PADF partners with Viva Resorts by Wyndham to promote sustainable tourism and environmental conservation in the Caribbean, aligning with USAID objectives.

Singapore’s Hotel Sustainability Roadmap

In 2022, the Singapore Hotel Association (SHA) and GSTC Member Singapore Tourism Board (STB) announced the launch of its Hotel Sustainability Roadmap, which outlines hotels’ journey towards sustainability.

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