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Hotels in major destinations across Europe, Africa,
the Americas and Asia-Pacific have adopted Basics, and the programme continues
to receive global support with new partnerships in tourism powerhouses such as
Japan, the Philippines and India.
Designed to guide hoteliers in their initial steps
towards enhanced sustainability, Basics is an independent verification program,
supervised by renowned assessors Green Key and SGS, ensuring rigorous standards
and credibility.
The programme empowers hotels of all sizes with a
comprehensive 12-step criteria aimed at reducing carbon emissions, energy,
water and waste management, and ensuring local communities benefit from hotel
operations.
Leading hotel brands, including Jin Jiang, one of the
world’s largest hotel groups, European giant Louvre Hotels Group, Choice
Hotels, Radisson Hotel Group, and Accor have adopted Basics.
The Japan Tourism Board has partnered with WTTC
through its Japan Sustainable Tourism Initiative (JSTi) to support the launch
of Basics across the country. A pilot programme sets the stage before extending
the initiative to all Japanese accommodation providers.
In the Philippines, Tajara Hospitality Group and
Greenview have partnered with the global tourism body on the market launch of
Basics through their annual sustainable hospitality event PhilHost.
Basics is also set to expand across India with support
from WTTC Members The Indian Hotels Company Limited, Radisson India, WTTC India
Initiative, Hotel Association of India, and the country's leading online travel
agency MakeMyTrip.
Travel + Leisure is now an official supporter, helping
leverage Hotel Sustainability Basics across its portfolio of 245+ sites.
To meet international demand, Basics is now also
available in multiple languages, offering comprehensive resources in English,
French, Spanish, and Japanese.
Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO, stated:
“WTTC's Hotel Sustainability Basics is a powerful testament to our collective
effort in promoting sustainable practices in the hospitality industry.
“Surpassing 5,000 verified properties is more than
just a milestone; it demonstrates Travel & Tourism’s readiness to embrace
sustainability globally. This initiative unites hotels, industry partners, and
sustainability standards to create a resilient, responsible, and
planet-friendly future.”
Independent hotel management companies and unique
accommodation providers have also taken their first steps in sustainability by
adhering to the Basics criteria.
Aleph Hospitality, the largest independent hotel
management company in the Middle East and Africa, Sanctuary Retreats by
Abercrombie and Kent, luxury African safari lodges, amongst others, are now
entering their second year of verification.
Hotel Sustainability Basics has also gained
endorsements from destinations worldwide, including the Caribbean, Mauritius,
Colombia, UAE, Azerbaijan, Mexico, and Ecuador.
This milestone signifies a pivotal step forward for
Travel & Tourism. The global tourism body remains committed to leading the
sector towards a more sustainable and responsible future.
Learn more
about Hotel Sustainability Basics.
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