GCSTIMES Environmental Policy | Part 1: Energy Conservation & Emissions Reduction
GCSTIMES outlines its environmental strategy focusing on technology adoption, system optimization, and employee engagement to reduce energy consumption.
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Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming Sustain Commitment to Prevent Human Trafficking in the Hospitality Industry with New Global Initiatives and Expanded Programs
Hard Rock expands anti-trafficking programs with 143,510 trained team members, reaching 3.2 million students through education and adding 10 new properties to their intervention network.
What the Saudi Green Initiative Is and Why It Matters to Hospitality
The 2021 national initiative shapes hotel development in destinations like NEOM and Red Sea, embedding sustainability from design through operations.
Regenerative Tourism as a Step Beyond Hotel Sustainability for True Profitability
The article profiles 13 hotels worldwide implementing regenerative agriculture programs, arguing these initiatives drive guest interest, ADR growth, and brand differentiation beyond basic sustainability.
By Adam Mogelonsky and Larry Mogelonsky
What is Finland doing to promote responsible travel?
The Sustainable Travel Finland programme has certified 431 companies since 2020, with 214 labels awarded specifically to hotels and accommodations.
More Than a Bed: How Hotels are Unlocking Social Impact
Hotels can repurpose unsold rooms for social causes like supporting unpaid carers, creating community value at minimal cost while strengthening ESG credentials.
By Charlotte Newman, CEO, Carefree
Sustainable Hotel and Resort Development in the Caribbean: Strategies for a Resilient Hospitality Future
Comprehensive analysis of sustainable hotel development strategies in the Caribbean, covering climate resilience, renewable energy, water management, and financing mechanisms for long-term asset value.
By Shannon Sampson, Senior Vice President and Director of South Texas, HVS
MICE Tourism and the Rising Importance of Sustainability
The global MICE market will reach $1,172 billion by 2025, with nearly half of buyers now prioritizing eco-friendly venues and carbon tracking tools.
Responsible Travel Begins with Responsible Details
Bio-based leather alternative luggage tags offer hotels customizable branding options while maintaining environmental responsibility.
Unlock an Unexpected Upgrade: Reframing Responsible Travel This Holiday Season
The European Travel Commission's campaign reframes sustainable travel as an upgrade offering deeper cultural connections and authentic experiences during holiday travel.
Thailand Launches “Travel Green Thailand” to Promote Responsible Travel
TAT's new platform centralizes eco-certified accommodations and sustainable itineraries, positioning sustainability as a core tourism differentiator.
A Quick Look at Green Key Year‑End Summary with Criteria Update in 2026
Green Key certified sites grew 25% to 8,300 properties in 90 countries, with new criteria launching October 2026 to align with EU regulations.
Sustainability Beyond the Obvious: Why Packaging Matters More Than We Think
GCSTIMES reports 82,735 kg CO₂e offset through bio-based packaging for key cards, equivalent to planting 3,760 trees.
American Hotel & Lodging Association Joins the U.S. Food Waste Pact
AHLA becomes the 30th signatory to the voluntary pact aimed at reducing the 10% of food waste that comes from lodging, equivalent to $17 billion annually.
100% of RIU’s hotels have the ECOSTARS certification, an important sustainability milestone
RIU becomes first hotel chain to certify 100% of properties with ECOSTARS, covering 98 hotels across 21 countries one year ahead of schedule.
Writing a Sustainable Christmas Story in Hospitality with GCSTIMES Eco Pens
GCSTIMES promotes their biodegradable bamboo and kraft paper pens as sustainable alternatives for hotels during the busy Christmas season.
Redefining Hospitality Through Sustainability and Innovation
Iberostar details its comprehensive Wave of Change sustainability program, including 70% landfill waste reduction, coral restoration projects across eight nurseries, and renewable energy operations in Spain and Brazil.
By Erika Harms, Global Director of Sustainability, Iberostar Hoteles
Sustainability News You Don’t Want to Miss in Recent Weeks
Multiple hotels earned Green Globe and EarthCheck certifications while new tools like BCD Travel's sustainability index make environmental performance measurable for corporate buyers.
Sustainable Christmas 2025: Practical Actions Hotels Can Take Today
The piece outlines specific strategies for hotels to reduce environmental impact during Christmas 2025, from living tree rentals to root-to-shoot menus and digital gift alternatives.
Beyond Green Expands Global Impact with Five New Members and Consulting Integration
Beyond Green unified its consulting division and added five sustainability-focused properties across Malaysia, New York, and Portugal to strengthen its global impact platform.