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Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Named One of America’s Climate Leaders
MILWAUKEE, WIS.—Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corp. has been named one of America’s Climate Leaders 2026 for the second consecutive year by USA Today and Statista.
The recognition...
Aarunya Nature Resort Unveils Its New Nature Pavilion, Advancing Sri Lanka’s Role in Conservation, Research, Education, and Regenerative Tourism
SRI LANKA—Aarunya Nature Resort, the award-winning boutique retreat, nestled in Sri Lanka’s central highlands, an Aahaasa Collection flagship, recently named to TIME World’s Greatest Places 2026,...
PM Hotel Group Releases 2025 Annual Sustainability Report
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...
Ameresco Releases 2025 Impact Report
FRAMINGHAM, MASS.—Ameresco, Inc., a leading energy infrastructure solutions provider, announced the release of its 2025 Impact Report centered on the theme of “25 Years of Impact.”...
Lawn Carbon Sequestration Report: What Science Says
NATIONAL REPORT—Agencies and utilities frequently promote replacing lawns with xeric landscapes, artificial turf, or gravel, often framing turfgrass removal as the most straightforward solution...
Watts Water Technologies Named to America’s Climate Leaders List
NORTH ANDOVER, MASS.—Watts Water Technologies, Inc. has been named to USA Today’s America’s Climate Leaders 2026 list, recognizing continued progress in reducing greenhouse gas...
Royalton Hotels & Resorts Pledges Sustainable Future with Full Program Implementation by 2030
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...
P&G & Charmin Extend Tree-Planting Initiative Across the U.S.
CINCINNATI—Charmin’s commitment doesn’t stop at a better bathroom experience. Through a partnership with the Arbor Day Foundation, P&G and Charmin are supporting forest restoration...
Art, Design, and Sustainability: The Usual Hotel Arrives in Florence, Italy
FLORENCE, ITALY—Award-winning hospitality brand The Usual is set to open its first hotel in Florence in Q1 2027. Renowned for blending ESG values with...
Dusit Hotels & Resorts Joins GSTC in Support of Sustainable Hospitality Worldwide
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...
Tarkett Releases 2025 Sustainability Statement
SOLON, OHIO—Tarkett, a world leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, released its 2025 Sustainability Statement, audited by independent third parties and published...
Banyan Group Releases 2025 Sustainability Report
SINGAPORE—Banyan Group, an independent global hospitality company, has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, From One Vision to 100 Possibilities. The report marks the Group’s 20th year...
Staypineapple Celebrates Earth Day with Sustainability Milestones Across Its Properties
KIRKLAND, WASH.—In celebration of Earth Day, Staypineapple, the national boutique hotel brand, is proud to announce a series of sustainability achievements and initiatives that reflect...
Booking.com’s Latest Travel & Sustainability Research Reveals Generational Paradox
AMSTERDAM—Booking.com released its 11th annual research report into consumer attitudes and understanding of the social and environmental impact of travel. With insights from 32,500 travelers...
Landscape Forms Commits to 100 Percent Clean Electricity by 2030
KALAMAZOO, MICH.—Landscape Forms, North America’s leading designer and manufacturer of high-design site furniture, structure, lighting and accessories, announces its commitment to achieve 100 percent...
Belize Highlights Natural Assets & Sustainability Focus Ahead of STC 2026
HAMILTON, BERMUDA—Belize’s tourism minister has extended an open invitation to tourism industry leaders to visit the Central American and Caribbean nation this month, highlighting...
ADA Cosmetics Now Cradle to Cradle Certified Full Scope Silver
KEHL, GERMANY—ADA Cosmetics reinforces its leadership in sustainable hospitality solutions with the recertification of its entire product portfolio at Cradle to Cradle Certified Full Scope...
Earth Day & the 10 Biggest Environmental Challenges of 2026
Happy Earth Day! (April 22). Earth Day was first celebrated on April 22, 1970, marking the birth of the modern environmental movement. Proposed by U.S....
Room & Board for Business Expands Urban Wood Project
MINNEAPOLIS—Room & Board for Business is expanding its Urban Wood Project with the introduction of reclaimed American elm into its Hensley collection—bringing a historically...
BWH Hotels Goal: All 4,000 Properties Green Certified by End of 2026
PHOENIX—As highlighted in this past week’s Publisher’s Point of View column, BWH Hotels, under the leadership of Amy Hulbert, Vice President, Boutique and Upscale...
