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Are you a hotel business owner looking to improve your operations while also reducing your impact on the environment? Consider investing in green infrastructure! Green infrastructure involves adopting sustainable practices, designs, and technologies to make your hotel more eco-friendly. This includes using energy-efficient lighting, low-flow faucets and water-efficient toilets, and integrating renewable energy sources like solar panels. If you invest in green infrastructure, it's not just about saving money in the long run. You'll also be able to attract more guests who care about the environment and create a positive image for your hotel as being eco-friendly. >> If you're interested in learning more about embracing sustainability in your hotel, feel free to comment below and I'll be happy to assist you. #SeasandStraws #SustainableTravel #ZeroWasteTravel #ClimateAction #EcoTravel #SustainableTourism #EcoTourism #EcoFriendlyHotel #ResponsibleTravel #HotelsAndResorts #ZeroWaste #climateaction #EcoFriendly #GreenBusiness #GreenHospitality #savetheplanet #gogreen #nature #Plasticfree #EnvironmentalConsulting #sustainability #choosetoreuse #zerowastejourney #plasticfreeliving #livingsustainably

Don't Miss Out - Places Filling Up Fast! 😱 Destination NSW has partnered with Ecotourism Australia to provide free access to the pre-certification Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard for eligible NSW visitor economy businesses. The free Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard supports visitor economy businesses including attractions, tours and accommodation providers to assess their current performance across the four pillars of sustainability: - Environmental impacts - Socio-economic impacts  - Cultural impacts  - Sustainable management. Measuring business performance can assist with making informed decisions and taking steps to enhance and promote sustainable practices. The scorecard will help visitor economy businesses to: - Learn how business can positively impact people, the planet and culture  - Evaluate current sustainability performance (in less than a day*)  - Receive personalised and practical insights for continuous improvement  - Clarify and simplify sustainability practices through a snapshot evaluation. *Average completion time is 4 to 8 hours. Places are limited. Successful applicants will be notified by email. Apply Now! 👉 https://lnkd.in/gPV4zUTB

"Eco-Friendly: How Sustainability is Redefining Tourism and Hospitality" People today are more aware of the activities and organizations with which they associate or participate. We are becoming more aware of our impact on the environment. Some hospitality firms are reducing their carbon footprint by implementing sustainable practices that focus on waste reduction and energy efficiency. Fairmont Hotels and Resorts is a famous example, identifying itself as an eco-friendly and sustainable enterprise. They have implemented recycling systems and green roofs, and some even have bee colonies. Every one of their hotels is LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified, putting them among the leaders in ecologically aware building methods. While deploying new systems may incur some initial costs, the benefits are vast. Fairmont's green roofs, which support thriving bee colonies, contribute to the health of our environment. The benefits of sustainability far outweigh the initial cost. In conclusion, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts exemplifies how sustainable practices can be seamlessly integrated into the hospitality industry, demonstrating that proactive environmental stewardship not only enhances operational efficiency but also fosters a harmonious relationship with the natural world. Through these initiatives, Fairmont sets a commendable precedent for others in the sector to follow, paving the way toward a more sustainable future. #HOTL752 #Sustainability #EcoFriendly Prof Sara Harrel

Sustainability is at the heart of our marketing efforts. So, it’s interesting to see visitors are looking for more meaningful travel and seeking eco-friendly options across accommodations, flights, experiences, and even destinations. With an impressive 76% repeat rate, Hilton Head Island has consistently welcomed back visitors year after year. This trend highlights the effectiveness of nurturing meaningful moments that not only foster a strong connection between visitors and our destination but intertwine these experiences with our core sustainability values. As stewards of the Lowcountry’s rich biodiversity, we’re proud of our ongoing eco-conscious efforts you can read about here: https://lnkd.in/g6Yq3JTz For an in-depth look at sustainability, more industry trends and insights, and how Hilton Head Island accompanies these values, take a look through Skift's State of Travel 2023 Report here: https://bit.ly/45vFtbL

--Sustainability in Corporate Housing-- 🌱 Going green in corporate housing! 🍃 Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in the corporate housing sector. Businesses are looking for ways to reduce their environmental impact. Discover how the industry is embracing sustainability initiatives to create eco-friendly living spaces for business travellers. Check out this article from National Corporate Housing on Ways to be more sustainable in Corporate Housing! #corporatehousing #sustainable #sustainablehousing #environmentalsustainability

Excellent exploration from BBC into the some of the world’s most sustainable cities. These five show outstanding commitments to the environment, their residents, and the world. The Global Destination Sustainability Index looks at 69 indicators; accommodating and encouraging biking, electric public transport, and selling upcycled garments are some of the many ways these cities are taking their sustainability commitments seriously. What measures should your city adopt from this list? https://bbc.in/4cWWVKD #sustainability #climatechange #circulareconomy

Did you see our Partnerships Director, Kristin Canning, in the Earth Day Special Edition of How to Travel Better, a monthly column with Condé Nast Traveller sustainability editor Juliet Kinsman. If not, you absolutely must. Kristin made the "11 eco champions making our travels better" list; and we are so proud that she is in such good company. A huge props to our beloved Partner The Travel Corporation and The TreadRight Foundation for showing us how business can indeed, Travel Better and be a major force for good in this space. Covering less than 1% of Australia’s surface, Daintree’s rainforests are among its most biodiverse regions, housing 40% of its bird species, 35% of its mammals, and 60% of its butterflies. Despite this, it remains under-protected. This is why we focus on its conservation, allowing us to help fix carbon, improve soil, and stitch vulnerable habitats back together.    In the article, Kristin says that “Sustainable, green, and regenerative tourism is going beyond a trend – it’s a movement where people are consciously deciding to give back to the places they choose to visit.”   Read more online: https://lnkd.in/gsbqTjDC

Being familiar with the 20 most sustainable cities in the world can help us implement practical strategies to achieve our sustainability goals. Here is a link to these cities.

NSW visitor economy businesses can still register for the pre-certification Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard, which has been extended until 30 June 2025. The scorecard can assist #businesses to make informed decisions and take steps to enhance and promote #sustainable #practices. Delivered by Destination NSW, in partnership with Ecotourism Australia, the Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard is free to access and supports visitor economy businesses in evaluating their performance across four key pillars of sustainability: • #Environmental #impacts • #Socio-economic impacts • #Cultural impacts • Sustainable management. Here’s what other visitor economy businesses have said about completing the Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard: “The Scorecard program is a great opportunity to showcase the achievements we’ve made across the business in terms of sustainability management and highlight the areas where we need to improve for the benefit of our customers and the broader community.” Brokenwood Wines    “One of the most surprising learnings was the breadth and depth of sustainable practices that can be implemented across all aspects of a hospitality business.” Contained in Nimbin    “Based on the criteria and feedback, I've already created a few documents. I'm going to use what I have and continue to develop to make improvements in my score” Bandicoot Pottery    The scorecard will help visitor economy businesses to: • Learn how business can positively impact people, the planet and culture • Evaluate current sustainability performance (in less than a day*) • Receive personalised and practical insights for continuous improvement • Clarify and simplify sustainability practices through a snapshot evaluation. Find out more and apply now https://lnkd.in/gUWPnfTi Expressions of interest are now open to new registrants, and businesses have until 30 June 2025 to submit the scorecard. Successful applicants will be notified by Ecotourism Australia by email and provided with log-in details to commence the scorecard. * The scorecard can be completed at your own pace, averaging 6 to 8 hours to complete. The fully-funded Strive 4 Sustainability Scorecard is delivered by Destination NSW in partnership with Ecotourism Australia as part of the NSW First Program, which assists businesses across the state to Develop, Promote and Sell world-class visitor experiences. #ChangeStartsHere #MeetInSydney

Tit-bits:- 1. Multi-stakeholder collaborations. 2. Aligned nationwide sustainability goals. 3. Embracing eco-friendly practices. 4. Championing of environmental conservation. 4. Fostering community-based tourism. 5. Embracing the renewable energy revolution. 6. Enhancing regenerative travel. https://lnkd.in/dna93_MD