Last week, we took a quick look at the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and why it matters for hotels advancing environmental performance and responsible operations. This week, GCSTIMES is diving deeper into how we help hoteliers demonstrate alignment with GSTC.
Today, we’re focusing on Section D: maximize benefits to the environment and minimize negative impacts.
How our product portfolio supports Section D:
- D1.1 Environmentally Preferable Purchasing: Prioritize certified, responsibly sourced materials to reduce lifecycle impacts.
- D1.2 Efficient Purchasing: Cut waste with durable, recyclable, or biodegradable alternatives that streamline operations.
- D2.1 Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Lower GHG footprints with low‑carbon material options and traceable data to support inventories.
- D2.5 Harmful Substances: Avoid hazardous substances by selecting products that meet applicable chemical safety regulations.
What We Can Provide:
- ISO‑aligned low‑carbon key cards (bamboo/wood, plant‑based leather, PLA; third‑party documentation aligned to ISO 14064/14068)
- Sustainable in‑room amenity kits (FSC‑certified bamboo, recycled components, wet‑pressed molded pulp)
- Recyclable, plastic‑reducing packaging (paper‑based, low‑impact)
- Certification/audit support (FSC; ISO 14064/14068 docs)
- Compliance assurance (meets applicable environmental and chemical‑safety requirements)
Stay tuned for our update. Next, we’ll focus on other GSTC sections and how to turn them into practical, auditable actions for your property.
BOUT GCSTIMES
Since 2011, GCSTlMES has pioneered sustainable development, evolving from smart card R&D to sustainable material innovation. Today, we stand as a global platform for sustainable solutions.
Sustainability is our foundation. Through technological innovation and creative solutions, GCSTlMES delivers diverse services and tangible products, positioning ourselves as both manufacturers and innovators.
GCSTlMES believes technology should empower human progress and cultural preservation. By integrating sustainability into technology, we aim to make it “warm” and purposeful. Our products serve as cultural ambassadors, promoting local heritage worldwide.
Brand Portfolio: GCS, AUROkeys, Xenyra, and Glint Spot, offering sustainable smart cards, creative (custom-shaped) key cards sustainable supplies, cultural gifts, and bespoke design and related services.
Currently, GCSTlMES has five operational centers in China, US, UAE, France, and Australia, along with 14 subsidiaries and offices worldwide. Its services extend to over 140 countries and regions supporting more than 100,000 international hospitality group in achieving low-carbon and sustainable development goals.
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