As the impact of climate change becomes more apparent, businesses across all industries are looking for ways to minimize their environmental footprint. That includes the hospitality industry, which is exploring innovative ways to reduce its carbon footprint and become more sustainable. In this blog post, we will discuss some sustainable hospitality practices that can help your business reduce its environmental impact.
Energy
One way to become more sustainable is to reduce energy consumption. This can be achieved through the use of energy-efficient lighting and heating systems, and by using renewable energy sources such as solar or wind power. Another way to reduce energy consumption is to encourage guests to use their own towels and linens, rather than using new ones every day.
Many hotel chains are now installing EV charging points for their customers and staff. This encourages use of electric vehicles, but EV charging companies sometimes offer an incentive scheme, which in turn means that the chargers essentially pay for themselves!
Water
Water conservation is another important area to focus on. This can be achieved through the installation of low-flow showerheads and faucets, as well as by encouraging guests to use towels and linens for more than one day. Additionally, hospitality businesses can install rainwater capture systems to water their lawns and gardens, reducing the amount of water they need to buy from local utilities.
Waste
Waste reduction is another crucial aspect of sustainable hospitality practices. This can be achieved by recycling, composting, and using eco-friendly products. Hospitality businesses can also reduce their food waste by donating unused food to local charities such as soup kitchens/food banks or through apps such as “TooGoodtoGo” and “Olio” or even consider composting it on-site!
In your restaurant and services, offer refillable water bottles through companies such as “Belu” rather than plastic alternatives.
By implementing sustainable practices, hospitality businesses can reduce their environmental footprint while also attracting environmentally conscious guests. Not only is this good for the environment, but it can also be good for business by reducing costs and creating awareness of ethical brand values.