Hotel companies need to have a comprehensive framework that helps optimise each waste material in the sector while also reducing environmental impact. Cost savings are also a great side benefit.
Waste management in the South African hospitality sector
The hospitality industry is undoubtedly one of the fastest growing economic sectors globally, which is proving to have a serious, negative impact on the environment. It is incumbent on hotels and businesses to have sustainability programs in place, in particular strategies around waste management to protect, nurture and sustain this precious commodity that is our planet. @VerdeHotels
Hotel scores back of house savings with solar powered trash compactor
The off-grid equipment reduces waste pick-up at the busy property to just once per week, reduces CO2 emissions by over 14 tons annually, and importantly limits garbage truck noise to guests and neighbouring residents.
