Nespresso will become the first company to use responsibly-sourced aluminium, supplied by Rio Tinto, to produce its coffee capsules. @Nespresso @RioTinto
The Murray, Hong Kong: a leading sustainable hotel
Environmental and sustainable initiatives by The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel. @themurrayhk
IHG to remove plastic straws from hotels worldwide
IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) has announced that they will remove plastic straws from their global estate by the end of 2019, representing more than 5,400 hotels in nearly 100 countries.
Technology: A sustainability enabler for hospitality professionals
Sustainable, transformative technology in tourism is the driving theme of 2018 World Tourism Day.
Salinda Resort launches sustainability initiative
Salinda Resort, the only luxury boutique resort on Phu Quoc Island, has launched “Purple by Salinda” – its own sustainability initiative that encourages an eco-friendly way of living for their guests and community. @SalindaResort
Skål International 2018 Sustainable Tourism Awards
See the full list of entrants to this year’s Sustainable Tourism Awards
Sustainability as a modern pillar of branding and marketing: Part 2
Let’s take a closer look at the marketing of other points of interaction with customers to get better ROI from eco-friendly initiatives.
Marriott to remove plastic straws worldwide by July 2019
Company to eliminate more than 1 billion plastic straws annually, reducing its environmental impact. @Marriott
Starbucks to eliminate plastic straws globally by 2020
Plastic straws to be replaced with new recyclable strawless lid and alternative-material straw options. The move builds upon a $10 million commitment to develop a fully recyclable and compostable global cup solution. @Starbucks
Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas files sustainability results
Six Senses is excited to publish results based on energy and water consumption, solid waste, waste diversion and carbon footprint gathered from all properties. @Six_Senses_
