5 HOTELS THAT IMPLEMENT ECO FRIENDLY PRACTICES

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an aerial view video sweeps you into a dreamy nature setting and sets the tone of what you are about
to experience: nature. It’s the theme of their brand and it seeps over into every aspect of a guest’s
stay in one of their sexy hotels. The hotels are thoughtfully designed with reclaimed wood, natural
light, hemp mattresses and live green moments. They believe that the future of the world and the
future of hospitality are one and the same and can be a catalyst for change. While they currently only
have locations in NYC, Brooklyn, and Miami, they are quickly expanding and are poised to be a global
brand worth noting.

Hyatt

When you think of Hyatt, you may not immediately associate them with sustainability, but you’d be
doing them a disservice. Hyatt has a 57% overall CSR rating for their initiatives, which is quite
impressive for such a large conglomerate. They also have a 2020 Environmental Sustainability
Strategy focusing on stewardship, waste and water reduction and stakeholder engagement. In
addition to their environmental commitment, they boast an admirable corporate responsibility
program called, Hyatt Thrive. Through partnerships, reports, and employee development, they are
holding themselves accountable to the high standards set forth by the industry. They encourage
employees to volunteer in the community and are directly tied to several community service
organizations. The future of Hyatt is one emboldened by responsible business, environmental and
community ingenuity.

Accor Hotels

Fairmont, Swissotel, and Raffles recently joined the Accor Hotel family. What makes this especially

exciting, beyond the amazing hospitality offered, is Accor’s Planet 21 programme . Fairmont has long
been a leader in sustainable offerings  and as they continue to integrate with Accor, it will likely roll up
into the Planet 21 programme. According to their website, “The Planet 21 programme demonstrates
the Group's ambitious goals for 2020, based around four strategic priorities: work with its employees,
involve its customers, innovate with its partners and work with local communities. Two key issues to
tackle will be food and buildings.”. How this translates currently is by contributing to the fight against
child sex-slavery, the implementation of eco-certified products and design; and by offering sustainably
sourced food in their hotel restaurants. One of their most iconic hotels, The  Pullman Auckland
Airport has a plant wall in the lobby and is actively working on ways to combat food waste.

Sandos Hotels

All-inclusive resorts are notorious culprits for creating waste. Sandos is out to change the game for those
who want the all-inclusive experience and desire to leave a smaller environmental footprint. Their vision
is “To be leaders in all-inclusive resorts that are differentiated, innovative and sustainable”. How are
they accomplishing that? By working directly with their suppliers and employees to promote
sustainability. Within the company, they have a culture of education and social responsibility and focus
on “conservation of historic, natural and cultural heritage and encourage community development.” In
addition, they are committed to keeping their hiring process local and being mindful of gender and
minority discrimination. Sandos Caracol Eco Resort is an eco-focused resort located in the center of a
lush jungle atmosphere in Riviera Maya, Mexico. The resort continues to promote sustainable practices
and embraces its natural environment by offering many eco-friendly tours and activities every day
through their Xcalacoco Experience. Here are just of a few of the initiatives launched by Sandos Caracol
in order to uphold its sustainability goals: 

1) Onsite recycling, water conservation, and electrical energy programs

2) Sandos Eco Club - a multidisciplinary working group implementing environmental practices within
their hotels. Est. 2009

3) “Green” guest rooms that have been remodeled rooms into “green” rooms by using certified
materials, LED lighting, a system for recycling gray and soapy water, and they no longer use natural gas
to heat water. With those changes, they have reduced CO2 emissions by 70%.

4) Interactive Reforestation Program

5) Onsite herb garden and nursery

6) Onsite reproduction programs for endangered species.

Kimpton Hotels

Kimpton puts the fun back in funky! They are often touted as the “best-loved boutique” hotels in the
U.S. Not only are their locations full of unique design and ambiance, they were founded on the ideal that
social and environmental responsibility begins with the employees. The Kimpton Cares program runs on
the idea that these values are part of the hotels DNA. Being certified by the Green-Key Eco-Rating
program is only one example of what makes them a stand-out. A significant step they have taken to
creating a better world is their celebration of diversity. They support the LGBT community through
the Trevor Project and empower women through Dress for Success. The Kimpton line shines with their
social responsibility.

The hotel industry is fast-paced and ever-changing. By choosing to book a stay at a hotel that promotes
sustainability, you are actively helping shape the standards of the future. We recommend you do your
research and seek companies whose values match yours.

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