All posts by Felicity Cousins

Accor commits to net zero emissions by 2050

Accor has committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050 and increasing energy “sufficiency” in the short and long term.

Partnership formed for best practice in sustainable hospitality tourism 

UK: The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council have formed a partnership to consolidate best practice in sustainable hospitality and tourism.

Time to reset, recharge and reconnect

Wishing all our readers and valued supporters a big break from work …

Hilton recognised for global leadership in sustainability

WORLDWIDE: Hilton has been recognised for its global leadership in sustainability, in the World and North America Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), the prestigious ranking for corporate sustainability performance. 

Kent’s first eco hotel opens in Folkestone

UK: A hotel, which claims to be Kent’s first eco hotel, has opened in Folkestone.

Radisson Hotel Group becomes member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council

WORLDWIDE: Radisson Hotel Group has committed to its ongoing  development of sustainable tourism practices by joining the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Marriott extends its EV network across Asia Pacific

ASIA: Marriott International’s is aiming to expand its electric vehicle (EV) network across Asia Pacific in line with its commitment to achieve net zero. 

Responsible Stay initiative launched by the American Hotel & Lodging Association

The American Hotel & Lodging Association AHLA has announced its Responsible Stay initiative.

GBTA teams up with Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

WORLDWIDE: The Global Business Travel Association Foundation (GBTA) has teamed up with The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to help the global business travel industry create a positive impact and a better future for people and the planet.

Whitbread joins the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance

UK: Whitbread, which owns Premier Inn as well as a range of pub and restaurant brands, has joined the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance.

room2 unveils anti Black Friday video

UK: room2, the world’s first fully whole life net zero hometel, has released a video calling for people to look after our home, the Earth.

Full list of winners from European Sustainable Tourism Awards

UK: The Winners of the European Sustainable Tourism Awards have been announced.

Zeal Hotels submits plans for sustainable Devon hotel

UK: Zeal Hotels has submitted plans for a sustainable hotel in East Devon.

Booking.com introduces new badges and levels for green accommodation 

AMSTERDAM: Leading digital travel platform Booking.com has announced an array of new product features in celebration of the one year anniversary of its Travel Sustainable Programme.

Bournemouth hotel claims to be UK’s most eco friendly place to stay

UK: A hotel in Bournemouth has claimed it is the most eco friendly hotel in the UK.