CSR and Sustainability - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 14

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Whitbread wins three inclusion awards for social mobility and diversity

🏆 Whitbread, the group behind Premier Inn, won three awards at the Inclusion In awards on 14 October, organized by Women in Hospitality, Travel and Leisure (WiHTL) and Diversity in Retail. The awards recognized Whitbread's diversity and inclusion efforts in the HTL sector. Awards were for Social Mobility Initiative with Barnardo’s, the Thrive Programme, and Tracey Bishop as Inclusion Hero. Whitbread's Force for Good strategy emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity.

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Accor recognised for its supply chain decarbonisation programme

🏆 Accor, 2025, World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards. Accor's supply chain decarbonisation initiative wins recognition. Focus: reducing indirect emissions by collaborating with suppliers.

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Accor recognised for its supply chain decarbonisation programme

🌟 Accor's "Achieving Net Zero Together" initiative won the 2024 Leading Global Climate Action Initiative award. Launched in 2024, it focuses on reducing supply chain emissions through supplier engagement. Over 1,000 suppliers, representing 77% of Accor’s purchasing, participate. The programme earned Accor the CDP Supplier Engagement Leader label, placing it in the top 6% globally. The World Travel Awards received over 700 submissions in 2025, a 100% increase from 2024, indicating growing environmental awareness.

Radisson strengthens its path toward “Net Zero”

📈 Radisson revealed initial outcomes for its “verified net zero” hotels in Manchester and Oslo, with plans to launch 10 more carbon-neutral properties by 2026. This initiative aligns with the company's goal of complete net-zero status by 2050.

Radisson strengthens its path toward “Net Zero”

🏨 In spring 2025, Radisson Hotel Group inaugurated its two first verified net-zero hotels in Manchester and Oslo, developed from existing buildings. The hotels achieve carbon neutrality through electrification, renewable energy, and Agreena program offsets. Five months post-opening, 80% of guests recognized the net-zero status, and 20% chose the hotel for this reason. Oslo invested €1,000 per room, while Manchester spent an additional €1.5 million. Radisson aims for ten net-zero hotels by 2026, sharing methodologies through the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance.

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Applications now open for Gender Equality…

🏛 Equality in Tourism, an international non-profit, is accepting applications for the Gender Equality Champion of the Year Award 2026. The award, in its fourth year, recognizes organizations advancing gender equality in tourism and hospitality. Sponsored by the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, it will be presented at ITB Berlin. South American Responsible Travel and Nepal's Community Homestay Network were 2025 winners. Applications close on January 26, 2026, details on the Equality in Tourism website.

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How restaurant operators can save thousands of dollars by going green

🌱 Did you know restaurants can save by going green? Efficient spray valves save $400 each, and aerators save $188 annually, exceeding $1,000 savings per restaurant yearly. Removing unnecessary items (utensils, condiments) saves over $5,000 annually. Avoiding unused water service can save $18,000 annually. Implementing bulk buying, recycling, and solar energy reduces costs, with solar yielding returns in 7 years. Investing $1 in reducing food waste saves $7. Going green doesn’t just benefit the planet—it boosts profits!

From retail to hospitality: Zedwell transforms Tooting’s historic landmark

🏨 Criterion Capital is redeveloping the historic Morleys site at 103–111 Mitcham Road, South London, to include guest accommodation, retail, and F&B outlets, preserving the original façade. This adaptive reuse reduces development timelines and environmental impact. Zedwell will open its fourth London hotel in Tooting by 2027, joining locations like Piccadilly Circus and Tower Bridge. Construction begins in 2026. This expansion strategy targets London’s secondary locations, emphasizing lower risk and high-yield assets in urban markets.

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Four Seasons to launch residences at Red Sea project

🏠 Four Seasons and Red Sea Global plan to open 75 private residences on Shura Island by 2026, incorporating 43 Dune Villas and 32 Waterside Villas. Each will feature 3-5 bedrooms, infinity pools, and beach access, designed by Foster + Partners with interiors by Goddard Littlefair. The island emphasizes sustainability, powered by renewable energy with 30 million plants planned by 2030. The nearby Red Sea International Airport now offers flights to Dubai, Doha, Jeddah, and Riyadh.

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Where Efficiency Meets Hygiene: The New Standard for Sustainable Hotel Operations

🛌 In hotels: sustainability and sanitation are crucial. 🏨 Laundry rooms use 20–30 gallons of water per load; a 200-room hotel can produce 300,000 single-use plastics monthly. Smart systems help optimize resource use, reduce textile waste, and improve waste management. Vinyl liners and color-coded tools enhance hygiene. Green practices can boost occupancy by 15%. Balancing eco-friendly measures with guest expectations enhances reputation and aligns with travelers’ values, highlighting shared responsibility for sustainability.

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