NATIONAL REPORT—Modern heating is no longer a matter of simply delivering warmth; it’s about creating environments that blend comfort, efficiency, and aesthetic harmony. In a world increasingly defined by open spaces, sleek architecture, and smart technologies, heating systems must evolve to meet complex demands without disrupting the visual and functional flow of a space. Over the course of the past several decades in the heating industry, professionals have witnessed firsthand the shifts in priorities among architects, designers, and building managers. Heating is no longer a secondary consideration—it has become central to how people experience space. Striking the right balance between...

MIAMI—Amerikooler, a U.S. based leader in commercial refrigeration solutions, announces the launch of the AK Series 3 Quick Ship Walk-In, setting a new industry benchmark for performance, efficiency, and rapid delivery. Designed for hospitality businesses that demand rapid solutions without sacrificing performance, this walk-in is engineered to keep hotel, resort, restaurant, and event venue operations running smoothly by delivering quotes in just 24 hours and offering the fastest lead times in the industry with minimal downtime and seamless installation. Built with 4-inch-thick AK-XPS insulation, the AK Series 3 achieves R-29 for coolers and R-32 for freezers, providing superior energy efficiency...

Search “Kimpton” on Green Lodging News—for Kimpton Hotels—and you will find a long list of articles highlighting the brand’s environmental efforts going all the way back to July 2006 when Green Lodging News was launched. I recently heard from Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia and would like to share a bit about their unique efforts. The property, housed in the historic Art Deco Architects Building, is LEED Gold certified, reflecting a globally recognized standard for sustainability achievement. The hotel integrates eco-conscious practices across its 230 guestrooms, public spaces, and event facilities, including: Energy efficiency: All guestroom, corridor, and public space lighting uses LED bulbs....

I attended HD Expo at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas this past week. It was a busy time for the hospitality design community with approximately 600 exhibitors, more than 100 of which were new to the show. As reported in my news blog last week, there were many speakers and conference sessions, with wellness in design a hot topic. As I walked the trade show floor, I picked up some interesting vendor news and heard some fascinating product development stories. It would be impossible to share all of what I heard but here are some highlights: Agio Hospitality...

NEW DELHI—Lemon Tree Hotels Ltd. (LTHL) announced a defining milestone in its ESG journey, achieving 100 percent green building certification across its entire portfolio of 41 owned hotels. Complementing this, the company has also achieved 50 percent renewable energy usage (exit rate) as of March 31, 2026. This dual achievement underscores LTH’s long-standing commitment to responsible growth and reinforces its leadership position in shaping a more sustainable future for the Indian hospitality sector. The Indian Green Building Council, IGBC, a part of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) certified these hotels under various parameters—Sustainable Architecture and Design, Site Selection and Planning,...

NATIONAL REPORT—If you’ve driven a new car in the last few years, you’ve likely noticed it delivers a steady stream of performance data. From engine health, remaining oil life and fuel economy to tire pressure and safety systems, real-time insight is at your fingertips. If something needs attention or it’s time for maintenance, the vehicle sends an alert to your phone or dashboard display. Now imagine running your hotel with this same level of visibility, optimizing not just for performance but also resource efficiency. Behind the scenes, hotels operate like equally complex machines: hundreds of rooms, thousands of daily transactions and multiple...

CHEVY CHASE, MD.—PM Hotel Group, a hotel management company based in the Washington D.C. metro area, announces the release of its eighth annual sustainability report, outlining the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives and performance across its portfolio in 2025. Guided by its core values of respect, teamwork and entrepreneurial spirit, PM Hotel Group continues to integrate sustainability into every aspect of its operations, further enhancing guest experiences by supporting associates and delivering long-term value for owners. “Sustainability is embedded in how we operate and how we grow,” said Joseph Bojanowski, President, PM Hotel Group. “As we mark our...

ST. MICHAEL, BARBADOS—Royalton Hotels & Resorts has announced the launch of the Royalton Sustainability Standards, a company-wide initiative that formalizes its long-term environmental and social responsibility strategy across its portfolio of more than 24 all-inclusive resorts in seven countries. In recognition of Earth Day, the company is committing to fully implement these standards across all owned and managed properties by 2030, strengthening its dedication to responsible tourism and measurable environmental and community impact. The Royalton Sustainability Standards are the expression of a shared vision that connects operations, people, and the communities where the company operates. They represent an integrated approach to...

BANGKOK, THAILAND—Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel management arm of Dusit International, has joined the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, marking a significant step in the company’s ongoing efforts to embed responsible practices throughout its global operations. GSTC is a global nonprofit organization that brings together public and private sector stakeholders to advance sustainable tourism practices worldwide. By joining as a member, Dusit becomes part of a global network committed to knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and the promotion of responsible tourism principles across the industry. Founded in 1949, Dusit International has evolved into a diversified hospitality company spanning hotels and resorts, hospitality education, food,...

HUNTINGDON VALLEY, PA.—According to the ConsumerAffairs Journal of Consumer Research, 98 percent of Americans own a mobile phone. More than nine out of 10 (91 percent) own a smartphone. Each day, Americans spend 4 hours and 30 minutes on their mobile phones and check their phones 144 times per day. Children, on average, get their first phones at 12 years old. By age 15, almost all children have a cellphone. In the outdoor areas of your property, where guests go to relax, chat, or engage in recreational activities, where can they plug in to charge their phones, laptops, or other...