CSR and Sustainability - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 38

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Second Charitable Endeavour Award winners announced at FEA conference

🏆 The Charitable Endeavour Awards at the FEA conference on November 20 recognized extraordinary charitable support in the foodservice and hospitality sectors. Unox won the company category, raising £22,000 for the Burnt Chef Project with a 150kg combi oven carried to Ben Nevis. Lockhart Catering Equipment won the team category by cycling from London to Paris in 24 hours, raising £7,725 for Duchenne muscular dystrophy research. Marc Sumner, who organized the Feast FC football match, won the group category, raising £3,000 for the Milly-Rose Stirrup Foundation. Andy Kershaw won the individual award by raising £14,000 for the Marston’s Charitable Foundation and The Sam Myatt Memorial through a London to Paris bike ride.

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Tree-mendous Christmas escapes: Kimpton Fitzroy London unwraps brand new package for festive season

🎄 Kimpton Fitzroy London launches 2024 Christmas festivities including a perk-filled package and merry menus. The "Kimpton All The Way" package offers a luxurious welcome with Champagne, a restful night in a prime room, and breakfast. Festive menus feature courses like roasted turkey roulade and slow-cooked beef shin, with dessert options such as Christmas pudding and baked Alaska. The Never Wanted to Leave campaign supports UK’s children charity, Coram, with a reimagined guest book and bauble purchase for £25 aiding the charity. A 16-foot Christmas tree and lavish decorations by Steven Duggan Events enhance the holiday ambiance.

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12,480 tonnes of carbon emissions saved through laundry and hospitality campaign

🚿 In the UK, hospitality linen services used 100 tonnes of plastic weekly, with only 9% recycled. The Textile Services Association (TSA), UKHospitality (UKH), and the UK Housekeepers Association (UKHA) are working to eliminate single-use plastics in linen processing by 2025. As of 2023, 83% of TSA members have reduced plastics, and 40% offer plastic-free linen delivery. Expected reductions include 12,480 tonnes of carbon emissions and 4,000 tonnes of plastic waste annually. Premier Inn has achieved a 50% reduction in plastic use.

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The Landmark London recognised as the best hotel company to work for

🏦 The Landmark London, a five-star hotel in Marylebone, wins Best Companies Award 2024 for the 10th consecutive year, ranking as the top hotel to work for in the UK. Recognized as third Best Large Company in the UK, second in London, and top three in the Wellbeing category. In 2023, the hotel donated £22,000 to Debra charity. Introduced a four-day work week for chefs with increased pay in early 2022. Launched VIPerks, an employee benefits platform, in April 2024. 90% of staff commend the hotel's strong social conscience, while 97% feel appreciated by their managers.

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🏠 Renaissance Hotels, under Marriott Bonvoy, launches R FINDS on the 10th anniversary of Global Day of Discovery, showcasing 175+ local artisan products. The commission-free digital marketplace connects travelers with local communities and small businesses globally. The platform, curated by on-site Navigators, includes goods from Mexico, India, the Dominican Republic, Spain, and Thailand, as well as US retailers. New additions, like a custom honey kit representing Charleston, Chicago, and Hawaii, are set to arrive in early 2025. Global Day of Discovery events took place on November 19 across all Renaissance properties. Visit www.R-Finds.com for more.

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Kimpton Fitzroy London launches Christmas campaign supporting children’s charity coram to spotlight young care leavers’ stories

💸 Kimpton Fitzroy London's Christmas campaign "Never Wanted To Leave" starts on 19th November, supporting Coram, UK's oldest children's charity, raising awareness for the 12,000 UK care leavers facing adulthood annually. The campaign features a guestbook with accounts from young care leavers and a foreword by Actor Peter Capaldi. Visitors can donate by buying a £25 Christmas bauble, directly benefiting Coram. The hotel aligns its Christmas celebrations with community support, inviting guests to engage and contribute to the cause.

What is a sustainable hotel?

🌱 Energy costs represent 3-6% of hotel operating expenses, with energy accounting for 60% of utilities. LED lighting and smart climate control systems reduce both emissions and energy costs. Cornell University found that hotels' room rates increased by $20 after LEED certification. Sustainable hotels focus on energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, and sourcing locally. Kora Green City, using its AI Booking Assistant, showcases renewable energy use and communicates personalized environmental impact data to guests, enhancing their stay. HiJiffy's platform highlights hotels' eco-commitments, using tools like the AI Booking Assistant for reservations and the AI Virtual Concierge for guest interactions during their stay. Eco-friendly practices attract guests and contribute to the well-being of the planet and local communities.

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Blenheim Palace and Pye Homes named one of UK’s Top 100 employers for first time

🏫 Blenheim Palace and Pye Homes ranked 78th on the UK's Best Large Companies to Work For 2024 list. They also placed 49th for the South East and 14th in Leisure and Hospitality's Best Companies to Work 2024. This achievement fulfills one of their 10-year goals three years early. In 2017, they set goals including becoming a Top 100 UK employer and contributing to local development and green energy. CEO Dominic Hare and People Director Megan Carter credit their team's passion and commitment for the early success.

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Sunken Stories – 25 Years Beneath The Waves Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Rannamaari Shipwreck at Dhawa Ihuru, Maldives

🌊 Dhawa Ihuru celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Rannamaari shipwreck in October, marking its transformation into a thriving artificial reef since sinking in 1999. Events ran from 4th to 6th October, featuring exclusive shipwreck dives, freediving, treasure hunts, an underwater photography contest, stone carving workshops, yoga sessions, marine conservation talks, and folklore performances. The wreck, a symbol of marine conservation, is rich with coral growth and marine species, illustrating the success of artificial reefs.

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Hospitality Action launches 2024 Winter Auction with unforgettable experiences on offer

🏠 Hospitality Action's 2024 Winter Online Auction, in partnership with Square, runs from November 18 to December 2, featuring over 49 lots. Highlights include a seven-course meal for six at The Ritz, a stay at The Savoy Hotel, and a spa experience at The Swan at Lavenham. A £10 raffle offers afternoon tea at The Prince Akatoki London. Funds support hospitality workers amid the cost of living crisis. Bidding starts at 10 am on November 18 and concludes at 2 pm on December 2.

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