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Hilton London Metropole case study: sustainability, food waste reduction & community support
Hilton London Metropole’s commitment to sustainability, is a shining example of how hotels can give back. Discover how they're turning purpose into action.
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards announces Terra, Expo City Dubai as official venue partner for 2025 ceremony
Leaders in sustainable tourism will gather for the VIP reception on 29 October for the unveiling of the 2025 winners. Entries open 28th April!
World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance unveils expert new team members set to propel Net Positive transformation
With four new team members - Isabel Novoa, Caty Batten, Nelson Garcia-Narvaez, and Bolaji Omotade - we are poised to continue driving meaningful change.
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Johnson Controls joins the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to revolutionise energy-positive hotels
Known for its leadership in smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions, Johnson Controls joins the Alliance's network of 100+ members and partners.
The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance partners with the International Platform for Insetting to transform biodiversity measures in the hospitality industry
This collaboration aims to enhance knowledge sharing, harmonise sustainability measurements and accelerate impactful changes for communities and businesses.
The Sustainable Hospitality Challenge proudly announces the winner of its 2024 edition, revealed during the grand finale at the FHS World
This year’s finals brought together 7 visionary teams from across the globe - celebrating ground-breaking innovations set to reshape the sector.
The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance partners with the University of South Carolina to drive Net Positive Hospitality
The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance partners with the University of South Carolina to co-create research projects and advance Net Positive Hospitality.
Belize leads Net Positive drive, as host of inaugural World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards
The inaugural World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards winners were crowned at the Gala Ceremony in Belize, on World Tourism Day.
Target-measure-act: reduce food loss and waste
To achieve SDG Target 12.3, which calls for halving food loss and waste worldwide by 2030, companies must identify at least one 'hotspot' and take…
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards ceremony set to take place in Belize
We're delighted to announce that the inaugural Awards ceremony will take place at the historic Cahal Pech Archaeological Reserve in Belize.
UN Tourism and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance to advance common ESG Framework
UN Tourism and the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance will work together to implement a common ESG framework for the sector.
The King’s Speech 2024 – setting the new government agenda
The King’s Speech announces the main policy priorities of a new parliamentary session. Find out how your company should prepare for the months ahead.
Combatting human trafficking in the hospitality sector: a call to action
Discover the first instalment in our new blog series dedicated to combating human trafficking, this World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.
Hong Kong based private equity real estate fund, Alta Capital Real Estate, joins the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance’s global network
Alta Capital Real Estate is set to join the Alliance’s Financing and Transition Impact Committee, as well as act as an advisor for the Alliance…
Understand and overcome the barriers to employment for young people
Discover how hospitality companies can support young people to gain access to employment opportunities this World Youth Skills Day.
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