CSR and Sustainability - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 15

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T’LUR Produces Tropical Caviar by Acclimatising Sturgeon to Malaysia’s Climate, Emphasizing Sustainability and Quality

8 April 2026

🐟 T’LUR adapts sturgeon for Malaysia’s tropical climate, maintaining year-round activity to produce delicate, clean caviar. Following a global wild caviar ban, the market now favors farmed varieties, with T’LUR competing in the premium segment. The farm practices zero-waste, utilizing all parts of the sturgeon for culinary and nutritional purposes. This sustainable approach aligns with chefs prioritizing whole-animal use and responsible sourcing.

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Bali's Locavore NXT Diverts 97.8% of 47,675kg Waste from Landfill in 2025 Through Circular Initiatives

8 April 2026

🌱 In Bali, a waste crisis threatens both the environment and tourism, with over 3,400 tonnes of daily waste and overflowing landfills. Tourism contributes significantly to this waste. Locavore NXT in Ubud is pioneering waste management, praised for repurposing 97.8% of its 47,675 kg of waste in 2025, driven by its Circular Waste Centre. Hospitality businesses are urged to adopt a circular economy approach as government mandates require them to manage their own waste.

Fahari Off The Grid in Zanzibar Adopts Comprehensive Waste Reduction and Reuse Strategies to Tackle Local Infrastructure Limitations

8 April 2026

🌱 In Zanzibar, where waste systems are minimal, Fahari Off The Grid restaurant employs sustainable practices. They reuse food scraps, compost unavoidable waste, and repurpose items like glass bottles. Suppliers deliver in reusable crates, reducing packaging. The restaurant upcycles denim into uniforms and uses reclaimed materials for furniture. Water is supplied in reusable PET bottles, and glass bottles support a local women's group. Organic materials are composted, and glass is upcycled, minimizing waste leaving the restaurant.

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Marriott Forms Joint Venture with Leali Family to Expand Luxury Wellness Brand Lefay Internationally

🏨 Marriott International and the Leali family announced a joint venture to integrate Lefay, founded in Italy in 2006, into Marriott's portfolio. Lefay operates eco-resorts with a focus on wellness, including locations in Lago di Garda and Dolomiti, Italy. New resorts are planned in Tuscany, Southern Italy, and the Swiss Alps. Marriott aims to expand Lefay's presence internationally, preserving its identity while growing its luxury wellness offerings.

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Julie Finn Highlights Mentorship Impact and Predicts Greater Diversity and Inclusion in Hospitality Leadership by 2026

📃 Julie Finn, inspired by a hospitality course, graduated in Hotel and Restaurant Management. Mentored by CoralTree's Terri Haack for over 30 years, Finn learned the significance of grace, respect, and discipline. She has worked with five U.S. presidents and global leaders. In 2025, hospitality showed progress in female leadership. For 2026, Finn predicts more women in executive roles, pay equity, and inclusion efforts like gender-neutral restrooms and partnerships with women-owned businesses.

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Tracy L. Prigmore Advocates for Increased Female Leadership and Capital Access in the Hospitality Industry

💰 Tracy L. Prigmore, a former healthcare executive, transitioned into hotel ownership to align her passion for real estate with guest experience. She founded "She Has a Deal" to support women in hospitality. In 2025, the industry saw increased female leadership, but funding remains a barrier. Prigmore's 2026 outlook emphasizes proactive diversity and inclusion efforts, advocating for women to create their opportunities rather than waiting for them.

Agrobiodiversity in Luxury Hotels Enhances Guest Experiences and Increases Revenue Through Unique Culinary Offerings

🌱 Agrobiodiversity is enhancing regenerative tourism by moving away from monocropping, supporting climate resilience, and offering unique guest experiences. Luxury hotels like Brush Creek Ranch (Wyoming) and The Peninsula (Bangkok) are incorporating rare, local ingredients to enhance exclusivity and profits. This strategy supports ADR uplift, creating immersive culinary and wellness experiences. The Fairmont Rio de Janeiro focuses on local produce to support sustainability. Overall, agrobiodiversity promotes environmental stewardship and brand differentiation in luxury hospitality.

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Radisson Hotel Group Achieves 272 Hotel Signings and Openings in 2025, Expands in China and India Markets

🛑 Radisson Hotel Group completed 272 hotel signings and openings in 2025, expanding in China and India's mid-scale segments. Radisson Blu remained Europe's largest upper-upscale brand with properties in 154 cities. Strategic moves included a partnership with Manchester City and opening of Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside. In China, 170 hotels were signed and opened, with nearly 300 in the pipeline. Two net zero properties were opened in Manchester and Oslo, promoting sustainability. Growth in India reached 200 hotels.

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Radisson Hotel Group Aims for 100 Verified Net-Zero Hotels Globally by 2030, Expanding from Pilot Projects

📍 Radisson Hotel Group, by 2030, plans to launch 100 net-zero hotels, up from pilot projects in Manchester and Oslo. On March 24, 2026, it was announced that the initiative expands across Europe and South Africa, with future expansions in Germany, Austria, and the Canary Islands. Independently certified by TÜV Rheinland, the strategy targets Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions through electrification and renewable energy. This approach addresses rising sustainability pressures and enhances guest engagement.

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EAST Hotels by Swire Hotels Exemplifies Lifestyle Hotel Concept with Modern Design and Cultural Programming in Hong Kong

23 March 2026

🏨 A week and a half ago, the author visited EAST Hong Kong, a lifestyle hotel by Swire Hotels, located in Quarry Bay. Highlights include mall access, a vibrant lobby, attentive staff, and a rooftop bar “Sugar.” The hotel emphasizes sustainability, modern design, and offers a fitness center and pool under renovation. Described as 'progressive luxury,' lifestyle hotels blend contemporary design, F&B, wellness, and cultural elements, appealing to guests and locals alike.

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