CSR and Sustainability - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 26

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Workplace support for learning disabilities falls short, Hilton study finds

📈 New research by Hilton in the UK shows 66% of learning-disabled employees weren't asked about their needs; 57% feel unsupported. Surveying over 2,000 people, 56% desire more job training, and 38% advocate for mentorships. Hilton's partnerships with Aurora Foxes and WorkFit provide 89 work experiences over 10 years. 82% of the public support better job access, yet only 5% of 1.5 million learning-disabled individuals are employed. Additionally, 69% report positive service experiences, and 86% believe in workplace success for learning-disabled individuals.

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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”

🏨 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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St Giles Hotel Group’s “Hotels with Heart”: Housing & Healing through Hospitality – Abigail Tan

🏨 In London, Hotels with Heart, led by Abigail Tan and Emily Goldfisher, transforms St. Giles Hotel into a community hub. Since the pandemic, they've offered housing to 49-100 homeless individuals, collaborating with Westminster and Camden Councils. Their Hotels with Heart Academy, launched in 2022, has trained 40 individuals in hospitality, providing pathways to employment. The initiative partners with charities like Coram and Breaking Barriers, emphasizing community support and changing public perceptions of homelessness.

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Guest Post: Building ladders for women in tech

💬 79% of 2,200 tech professionals globally now consider diversity crucial in employers. Younger professionals (18-34) value it more (81%) than older ones (66%). Women face networking challenges; traditional models may exclude them. Mentorship is vital, yet 63% of women lack formal mentors. Inclusive networking and reciprocal mentorship can foster growth. The industry must empower women, ensuring leadership diversity becomes standard, not rare.

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Chef at America’s first carbon-positive hotel in Denver shares sustainability initiatives

📈 Populus Denver, home to Pasque and Stellar Jay, is America's first carbon-positive hotel, opened in October 2022. Executive chef Ian Wortham leads sustainability initiatives, using a biodigester for food scraps and sourcing ingredients like bison over beef for ecological benefits. The hotel collaborates with partners like Flying B Bar, a ranch practicing regenerative agriculture, to minimize environmental impact. These efforts make Populus Denver a leader in eco-friendly hospitality.

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Wunder Werkz chooses “humble materials” for Semiprecious bar in Denver

🍹 In 2025, Wunder Werkz, in partnership with Mike Capoferri and Rahul Marwah, opened Semiprecious in Denver's Sunnyside, occupying a 1950s showroom. The bar features a unique, 100% recycled plastic counter by The Good Plastic Company, marking a first in the U.S. Inspired by Le Corbusier's Cabanon, the design incorporates oxblood and cobalt blue hues. Wunder Werkz co-owns Semiprecious, highlighting design's critical role in the hospitality industry's success.

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