CSR and Sustainability - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 8

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Vanity Group Partners with KILIAN PARIS to Launch Exclusive Luxury Fragrance Collection for Hotels Worldwide

📝 Global curators Vanity Group, part of La Bottega Collective, have partnered with luxury brand KILIAN PARIS to release a worldwide hotel collection. Renowned for eco-luxury, KILIAN PARIS offers two scents, Bamboo Harmony and Straight To Heaven, White Cristal. Available in various sizes, the collection includes refillable options, aligning with sustainability goals. Vanity Group CEO Paul Tsalikis and founder Kilian Hennessy emphasize their shared vision for modern luxury and exclusive guest experiences.

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My Place Hotels Launches Loyalty Points Donation Program to Aid Human Trafficking Survivors Nationwide

🏨 July 28, 2026, Aberdeen, SD — My Place Hotels of America, part of The Rivett Organization, introduces a charitable option for Stay Rewarded® members. They can now donate loyalty points to aid human trafficking survivors. This initiative underscores the brand’s commitment to using hospitality to support important causes.

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Casa Hotel in Chesterfield Earns Green Meetings Bronze Award for Sustainable Corporate Event Practices

📍 Casa Hotel in Chesterfield received the Green Meetings Bronze Award from Green Tourism for its sustainable practices in corporate events. The venue offers 11 meeting spaces for 2-280 delegates and 100 bedrooms. It sources produce from the 360-acre Walton Lodge Farm Estate and other local suppliers to minimize food miles. Green Tourism evaluates venues based on environmental management, responsible sourcing, and resource efficiency. This award acknowledges the hotel's commitment to sustainability and local engagement.

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Lamington Group Unveils Plans for 167-Room Carbon-Neutral Aparthotel in Cambridge, Opening in 2028

🏨 In 2028, Lamington Group will open Lost Gardens Cambridge, its new aparthotel brand, at the former Cambridgeshire County Council headquarters. The site will have 167 guest rooms over four floors, featuring a spa, gym, restaurant, and urban farm. The hotel will be 100% electric and carbon-neutral, employing biophilic design. This follows the launch of Second Nature, the new sustainable brand for Hometel, including sites in Chiswick, Southampton, Belfast, and York (opening May 2027).

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Hayfield Manor Launches Specialized Cancer Care Spa Treatments in Partnership with Ground Wellbeing, Supporting Breakthrough Cancer Research

🏨 Hayfield Manor in Cork has launched specialist cancer care treatments at its spa in collaboration with Ground Wellbeing. The spa team received professional training to ensure safety and quality. These treatments are supported by the Barróg product range, and a portion of proceeds will benefit Breakthrough Cancer Research. Ground Wellbeing's Peigín Crowley noted Hayfield Manor as the initial training venue for their Cancer Care Training, started three years ago.

Novotel Thailand Saves Over $60,000 Annually with Ecolab's Low-Temperature Laundry, Reducing Water and CO₂ Emissions

📊 At a Novotel in Thailand, Ecolab's program led to 2,726 m³ of water saved and 108 tonnes of greenhouse gases avoided, resulting in over $60,000 savings. For a 300-room hotel, potential savings exceed $100,000 annually, avoiding 400 tonnes of CO₂ and saving 17,000 m³ of water. Sustainability in hotels is crucial due to guest expectations, investor demands, and regulatory pressures, impacting profitability and environmental resilience.

Lamington Group Rebrands Room2 Hometel Portfolio as Second Nature, Plans Expansion with 2,200 Rooms in Development Pipeline

🏨 Lamington Group rebrands its Hometel portfolio from Room2 to Second Nature, expanding to York, Cambridge, Leeds, and Shepherd's Bush. Operating over 330 rooms with a pipeline of 2,200, its strategy includes new developments and management agreements. The brand, initially launched in Southampton in June 2018, embraces sustainability with net-zero commitments since 2021. Upcoming openings include net-zero locations in York, Glasgow, and Manchester, underscoring its commitment to sustainable growth.

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The Wesley Hotel in London Earns 2026 Climate Champion and Adaptive Resilient Marks from Camden Climate Alliance

📅 The Wesley Hotel in Camden, London, secured the 2026 Climate Champion and Adaptive and Resilient marks from Camden Climate Alliance. The hotel received a BREEAM ‘Excellent’ rating in January 2026 and Eco-Smart Platinum Accreditation in November 2025. These accolades highlight The Wesley’s commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency, and responsible hospitality through initiatives like the Green Meetings programme and enhanced business continuity planning.

Hotels Face Challenges in Reducing Food Waste but Find Value in Recovery Programs, Says Food Recovery Network CEO

🥗 Hotels are tackling food waste to boost sustainability and reduce costs. In 2023, the Food Donation Improvement Act enhanced liability protections for donors. The Food Recovery Network, with partners like Gaylord Pacific and Gaylord National Resorts, demonstrates successful food recovery practices. Hotels benefit from tax incentives, reduced waste-hauling fees, and improved brand reputation by donating surplus food. Food waste is a major greenhouse gas contributor; diverting it helps meet net-zero goals and supports local communities.

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OUTRIGGER Resorts Celebrates 10th Annual Ocean Conservation Event with Global Initiatives in Hawai‘i and Beyond

🌊 June 27 in Honolulu marked the 10th Annual OUTRIGGER Zone Day at Waikīkī Aquarium, part of OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels' global World Ocean Month initiatives. Over 2,064 Genki Balls were rolled for the Ala Wai Canal restoration, with more than 20 conservation organizations participating. OUTRIGGER's ocean conservation efforts spanned Fiji, Thailand, Maldives, Mauritius, and Hawai‘i, involving coral planting, mangrove reforestation, and marine debris clean-ups, promoting ocean health and community engagement.

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