COPENHAGEN—1 Hotels, the mission-driven luxury lifestyle hotel brand founded by hospitality visionary Barry Sternlicht, announces the official opening of 1 Hotel Copenhagen, a transformative reimagining of the historic Skt. Petri. Copenhagen is one of the world’s most forward-thinking cities and a beacon of sustainability. So, it makes sense that 1 Hotels—a purpose-driven brand built around sustainable travel—chose the city for its first location in continental Europe. Drawing on Copenhagen’s commitment to climate leadership and eco-conscious living, the hotel pairs Nordic craftsmanship with a deep connection to nature. Guests will find calming interiors shaped by natural materials, living landscapes that shift with the seasons, and a lifestyle...

MONTREAL—INNhotels and SOFIAC are joining forces to launch an ambitious decarbonization project spanning the family-owned hotel chain’s eight properties across Alberta and British Columbia. This $5.9 million investment—fully financed by SOFIAC—will reduce the hotels’ energy consumption by nearly 30 percent while delivering long-term improvements to guest comfort. Now led by the second generation, INNhotels is on a mission to inspire travelers to embrace responsible tourism. The company was eager to put its decarbonization plan into action but also needed to prioritize other strategic investments to sustain its growth. With its unique financing model—with no impact on debt ratios—and tailored support, SOFIAC...

PARADISE ISLAND, BAHAMAS—Atlantis Paradise Island, a global leader in marine life conservation, has been awarded Virtuoso’s Sustainable Leadership: Protecting the Planet Award, recognizing the resort’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices in the Bahamas. This honor highlights the resort’s ongoing dedication to preserving surrounding marine ecosystems and advancing responsible tourism as part of its new era of growth and transformation. Virtuoso, a leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, announced its 2025 Virtuoso Global Awards during its 37th annual Virtuoso Travel Week, which took place August 9 to 15 in Las Vegas. Atlantis Paradise Island was honored among...

In the past, sustainability in hospitality was often considered a marketing “bonus”—a small checkbox for eco-friendly lighting or recycling bins in guestrooms. Today, that perception has shifted dramatically. For a growing segment of travelers—particularly Millennials and Gen Z—environmental responsibility is not just a preference. It is a deciding factor in where they choose to stay, dine, and spend their travel dollars. This generational shift is reshaping the hospitality industry. Hotels that align with climate-conscious values are building stronger brand loyalty, commanding premium rates, and future-proofing their operations against rising environmental regulations and resource costs. The Rise of the Climate-Conscious Traveler Multiple studies...

CANCUN, MEXICO—Due to the massive arrival of female sea turtles during the 2024 season, the Cancun City Council, through its Ecology Department, requested the Cancún Hotel Association and each hotel expand the pens where sea turtle nests are placed. It must be noted that one of the beaches that receives the most turtles is located in front of Sunset World Group’s Sunset Royal Beach Resort. Therefore, the group recently shared a progress report on the 2025 sea turtle nesting season, reporting that this year, 63 females have nested on the Sunset Royal beach and laid 7,789 eggs to date. It's worth mentioning...

HORSHAM, PENN.—Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, announced that all of its Papernet products have earned the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible forest management. “At Sofidel, we are committed to providing sustainable hygiene solutions that meet the highest environmental and customer standards,” said Tahnie Gilliland, Marketing Specialist at Sofidel. “Achieving the FSC certification for all of our Papernet products demonstrates our ongoing commitment to providing restroom solutions that prioritize both hygiene and environmental responsibility.” The FSC is a globally recognized certification system for forests, wood and wood-derived products. It ensures...

“We now live on a planet where the cheapest way to produce energy is to point a sheet of glass at the sun. This isn’t ‘alternative energy’ anymore—it’s the common sense obvious path.”—Bill Mckibben Let’s hear it for the sun. It will get “star” treatment on September 21—Sun Day. And yes, even though there are still those who categorize solar as “stupidity,” it is a proven clean, affordable technology that has been embraced around the U.S. and the world for a long time—much more so in recent years. One need look no further than a report from the U.S. Federal Energy...

CAM RANH, VIETNAM—Thirty-hectare beachfront Alma Resort Cam Ranh is set to complete what it believes is Vietnam’s most profound hotel solar power project by the end of this year. Alma is currently installing 4,476 solar panels totaling 23,290 square meters on the roofs of its 196 pavilions, two V-shaped towers housing 384 suites, lobby lounge, and utility building. With a capacity of 2,462 kilowatts peak—the rate at which it generates energy at its peak performance on a sunny day—the solar power system will fuel between a quarter to almost 30 percent of Alma’s energy needs, depending on occupancy determined by the...

NATIONAL REPORT—In today’s lodging industry, guests are more than travelers—they’re savvy consumers with high expectations for cleanliness, convenience, and corporate responsibility. Whether staying at an upscale resort, boutique inn, or eco-friendly hotel, visitors are increasingly judging establishments by the cleanliness and sustainability of frequently used spaces: the public restrooms. Restrooms, which are interspersed throughout lodging venues—including hotel lobbies, restaurants/bars, spas and fitness centers and convention/event centers—represent one of the first guest encounters that hotel patrons experience. It is vital for these high-traffic spaces to be clean and stocked, easy to use and aesthetically pleasing. According to Bradley’s Healthy Handwashing Survey, 84...

TROY, N.Y.—Audubon International, the environmentally focused nonprofit organization offering members numerous certifications and conservation initiatives to protect the areas where we all live, work, and play, announces that Ojai Valley Inn in Ojai, Calif., has achieved Green Hospitality Platinum-level Certification, reflecting its commitment to the highest standards of environmental best practices for lodging destinations, restaurants, and spas worldwide. “It’s truly fitting for such a renowned and respected Southern California resort to achieve the loftiest of Audubon International’s Green Hospitality certification levels,” says Christine Kane, CEO of Audubon International. “The leadership and staff at Ojai Valley Inn prove once again that...