BURLINGAME, CALIF.—According to Coherent Market Insights, the global hotel toiletries market is projected to be valued at $26 billion in 2025 and reach $52.01 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 5.9 percent according to a new report by Coherent Market Insights. Growth in global tourism and a shift toward premium toiletry offerings in hotels are boosting demand for upscale personal care products in the hospitality sector. Global Hotel Toiletries Market Key Takeaways Global demand for hotel toiletries will likely increase at a CAGR of 10.4 percent during the assessment period. By product type, the shampoo and conditioner segment is anticipated to account...

AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS—The Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC), founded by Hotelschool The Hague, returns in 2025 with a dynamic new format that reflects the evolving landscape of hospitality innovation. It now features two powerful tracks centered around Impact and Inspiration. SHC continues to empower top students from around the world to redefine the future of sustainable travel and tourism. Over the past decade, SHC has evolved from a student competition into a global platform for innovation, generating hundreds of ideas showcased at leading industry conferences and impacting thousands of industry professionals. SHC envisions a hospitality industry where sustainability is embedded not only in products and...

LONDON—The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Greenview have launched a Global ESG Policy Tracker to help Travel and Tourism businesses monitor evolving ESG-related regulations and policies worldwide. The tool is designed to help these businesses navigate complex regulatory landscapes and incorporate sustainability considerations into their core business decisions. The tracker was developed in collaboration with Greenview, a company specializing in sustainability and ESG data solutions for the hospitality and Travel and Tourism industries. The Global ESG Policy Tracker is an online interactive dashboard that offers thorough coverage of regional, national, and state-level ESG policies. In addition to policy coverage,...

In last week’s column I highlighted carbon positive Populus hotels in Denver and Seattle. Carbon positive means they sequester more carbon than they emit over their lifetime. This week I highlight the Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre (U.K.), now open, and the Radisson RED Oslo City Centre (Norway), which has a planned July opening. Radisson Hotel Group just announced that both hotels have achieved Verified Net Zero status, already meeting the 2040 requirements of the Net Zero Methodology for Hotels. The alignment with the Net Zero Methodology for Hotels is verified by a third party, TÜV Rheinland. The Verified Net Zero...

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM—Radisson Hotel Group announced its first two hotels to achieve Verified Net Zero status, achieving 2040 requirements of the Net Zero Methodology for Hotels today. The properties in Oslo and Manchester are taking steps to eliminate Scope 1 & 2 emissions, significantly reduce Scope 3 emissions, aligned with the GHG protocol, and remove the remaining footprint with Nature Based Solutions. The achievement is unique, as the alignment with the Net Zero Methodology for Hotels is verified by a third party, TÜV Rheinland. With the launch of two Verified Net Zero Hotels, Radisson Hotel Group is setting the gold standard for sustainable hospitality. The existing Park...

DULUTH, MINN.—As part of their ongoing commitment to sustainability, the environment and fostering a communal appreciation for the outdoors, Loll Designs planted 1,000 trees, half white and half red pine, near Lester Creek Golf Course in Duluth on May 22. This 40-acre area has a rocky soil which is better suited for native pine trees for strong long-term growth versus its current species makeup. Restoring these native trees will help prevent erosion along the creek while adding much-needed biodiversity to the area. The tree planting initiative was done in partnership with the City of Duluth and Rajala Woods, an...

In a recent Publisher’s Point of View column, I reported that Hawaii’s governor intended to sign SB1396, creating the climate impact fee, or “green fee,” that will help the islands to mitigate the impacts of climate change and the roughly 10 million annual visitors it welcomes to its shores. According to AP, that legislation was signed by Hawaii Governor Josh Green yesterday. The legislation boosts a tax imposed on hotel room and vacation rental stays in order to raise money to address eroding shorelines, wildfires and other consequences of climate change. The measure adds an additional 0.75 percent to the daily room rate...

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLA.—andCo Hospitality, the Certified B Corporation shaking up responsible travel, announces the official launch of The Fold, its newest and flagship brand. Crafted for travelers who crave style, comfort and a genuine sense of place without compromising on sustainability, The Fold delivers a fresh, locally infused hospitality experience at three vibrant destinations across the United States. Blending upcycled design, energy-efficient amenities and community-driven experiences, The Fold properties are less “cookie-cutter hotel” and more “your new favorite hangout.” This launch is a major milestone in andCo Hospitality’s evolution, following its April 1 reveal of a new multi-brand lineup...

CINCINNATI, OHIO—Standard Textile Co., Inc., a global leader in healthcare and hospitality textiles, announced the release of its 2024 Sustainability Impact Report and its commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), a global organization enabling businesses to set ambitious emissions reductions targets grounded in the latest climate science. This dual milestone underscores Standard Textile’s commitment to sustainable innovation, operations and transparency in environmental impact reporting. In March 2025, Standard Textile took a significant step by officially registering its commitment with the SBTi. Over the next 24 months, the company will develop science-based emission reduction goals and submit them for validation, striving to...

SEATTLE—1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, announces the opening of 1 Hotel Seattle, a new sanctuary of sustainability and sophisticated design in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Set in the South Lake Union neighborhood—home to some of Seattle’s most innovative tech companies—this nature-inspired retreat combines sustainable luxury, hyper-local culinary experiences, and the rugged elegance of the region’s landscapes. “Seattle is a city where nature and innovation coexist beautifully—and that’s exactly what we aimed to capture with this property,” says Barry Sternlicht, Founder of 1 Hotels and Chairman of Starwood Hotels. “This city...