CSR and Sustainability

📖 Newmor Wallcoverings unveils three collections—Broxton, Prism, and Slate—crafted in Wales for contemporary hospitality spaces. Broxton features a herringbone design with nine colorways. Prism, inspired by cut crystal, offers a nine-color palette with metallic accents. Slate mimics Welsh slate’s texture in nine natural shades. All designs use at least 20% recycled material, highlighting sustainability and craftsmanship.

📖 Queens Hotel, Leeds, earned Green Key accreditation for sustainable operations. Achieved by meeting 13 criteria, including energy efficiency and waste management, this adds to existing Green Tourism and Greengage EcoSmart awards. A Green Team, led by Sunil Lad and assisted by Mission Net Zero, implemented eco-friendly practices. Owned by Pandox and managed by Axiom Hospitality, the hotel combines luxury with sustainability and runs social responsibility programs.

📁 20 October, Dublin: The Irish Hotels Federation and Fáilte Ireland hosted a conference for over 200 hoteliers to discuss sustainability. Themed “Climate Action: Driving Competitiveness,” the event focused on global trends and operational efficiency. Notable speakers included Craig Bennett and Richard Burrett. Fáilte Ireland’s Climate Action Programme, launched in February 2024, involves over 300 tourism businesses. 87% of IHF members plan sustainability investments, while 75% of global travelers aim for sustainable travel.

🏨 Zeal Hotels' Voco Zeal Exeter Science Park was named 'Green Building Project of the Year' at the Edie Net Zero Awards 2025 in the UK. This 142-room hotel, aiming for a BREEAM Outstanding rating, was chosen from a shortlist of nine. It boasts multiple sustainability accolades, including three Gold titles at the Food Drive Devon Awards and Gold from Green Tourism. Zeal plans to expand its sustainable model across the UK.

💸 Chris Green, president of Humanitarian Hotels, oversees three hotels owned by the Pulte Family Foundation, which donates 100% of its profits to charity. Over the past five years, the foundation has supported 292 charities with $167 million. They prioritize staff well-being, offering multiple health plans and financial training. Their properties, including the recently renovated St. John's Resort, host major events like the LIV Golf Tournament. They've embarked on a $114 million project for individuals with disabilities.

🏨 Meliá Hotels International and Les Roches partner in 2025 to launch the "Meliá Future Talent Programme." Les Roches, ranked second globally for hospitality management, will tailor its curriculum to Meliá's needs. Students will intern globally at Meliá properties and may secure three-year contracts post-graduation. The programme, accredited by Swiss and U.S. bodies, emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and leadership. This initiative builds on Les Roches' past collaborations, linking education with industry needs.

🏖 Bold colors are transforming hospitality design worldwide, with DEDON at the forefront. 🌍 They offer vibrant outdoor furniture crafted by artisans in Cebu, Philippines. The proprietary DEDON Fiber, resistant to sun, salt water, and chlorine, ensures longevity. Their sustainable EcoCycle Fiber is 90% plant-based. Locations like Matachica Resort, Belize, and Ryder Hotel, South Carolina, showcase their impact. Visit BDNY, Booth #2643, and use promo code BDNY161 for free registration.

🌎 Oct 8, 2025, Europe. Aviation's carbon footprint is rising faster than decarbonization efforts. Governments prioritize economic growth with new airport projects despite climate targets. Sustainable aviation fuel is limited and costly, while hydrogen-powered planes are not yet viable. The ICAO's Corsia system faces credibility issues with carbon credits. Global carbon tax proposals collapsed due to U.S. resistance. Airlines push for growth, and AI-assisted contrail avoidance is being tested. Hotels face increasing sustainability scrutiny as aviation's footprint grows.

📚 Dina Belon, President of Staypineapple, speaks with Danica Smith about her leadership philosophy centered on "caring deeply." This conversation highlights how aligning personal values with guest experience, culture, and sustainability is key to creating meaningful memories and leading with conviction. Dina emphasizes that leaders must embody their beliefs to inspire their teams effectively. Hospitality leaders can gain practical insights from her value-driven approach to leadership.

🍴 San Francisco's Saison, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant, launched a zero-waste menu in 2025, collaborating with Mill to recycle kitchen scraps into nutrient-rich grounds. Chef Richard Lee's initiative has diverted 5,919 pounds of food scraps, avoiding 6,274 kg of CO2 emissions. Ingredients like ice plant and finger lime are sourced from Kendall-Jackson gardens, creating a sustainable loop. Saison aims to inspire other restaurants by using local farmers, fermentation, and less popular ingredients to reduce waste.