NEWARK, N.J.—Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, announced Erica Godun has been named Director, Sustainability. In this newly created position, Godun will be responsible for developing and supporting the firm’s sustainability-focused service offerings and be a resource for clients and team members on the application of project-appropriate green integration. She will create tools that enhance the firm’s internal training platform and delivery of environmentally responsible design solutions. Godun brings more than 25 years of experience in various phases of architecture and design to Ware Malcomb and has been passionate about environmental sustainability throughout her career. She is a LEED accredited...

ASHBURN, VA.—The nation’s 10,000 park and recreation agencies have the potential to implement community-wide sustainability measures that improve the environment while promoting human and ecosystem health and cost savings. A new report by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) highlights the activities and programs park and recreation agencies provide to create more sustainable and resilient communities. NRPA’s Sustainability in Parks and Recreation report highlights agency sustainability goals, sustainability practices, financial and political support for these efforts, and the challenges and barriers that hamper greater success in sustainability efforts. Based on the responses from nearly 200 park and recreation agencies, the report finds: Park and recreation...

MCLEAN, VA.—Hilton announced its renewed partnership with UAE-based agri-tech platform, Fresh On Table, at Gulfood 2023, with the aim of doubling the amount of local produce procured for the brand’s properties in the country. The ongoing deal between Hilton and Fresh On Table follows the success of last year’s collaboration that saw the two entities exceed their local food sourcing goals. The extended partnership promises a larger commitment in 2023, with increased targets and an intentional sourcing strategy, that reaffirms their dedication to championing local farms and produce. Hilton previously sourced 440 tons of local produce annually for its UAE properties,...

NEW YORK—WINT Water Intelligence continues to transform water management and sustainability solutions for the built environment with the launch of its powerful WINT3 platform. The next-generation WINT3 builds on WINT’s widely deployed water management solutions and technologies to help organizations mitigate water risk and proactively meet sustainability goals in a wide range of midsize and large facilities, including commercial buildings, multifamily residential, office, retail, higher education and others. “Water is the last unmanaged resource in buildings,” said Yaron Dycian, Chief Product and Strategy Officer for WINT. “This results in significant waste, carbon emissions, and damage from leaks. With the world’s water resources...

GULF BREEZE, FLA.—Innisfree Hotels recently announced that environmental expert Bethanne Edwards has joined the company in a new role as Director of Sustainability. The position is part of Innisfree Hotels’ focused commitment to sustainability in 2023 and beyond. The company’s “triple bottom line” approach to business—considering People, Planet, and Prosperity with each decision and striving to strike a balance between all three—makes sustainability a key factor in supporting the communities that Innisfree serves. Edwards says her initial attention will go toward reducing the company’s carbon footprint—including efficient energy and water use and minimizing waste—as well as engaging employees, guests, and local...

ODESSA, FLA.—Green Lodging News has added Verdafero Inc. to its Green Product & Service Directory in the “Software/Utility Analytics for ESG Reports” category. Verdafero ESG InSights is a cloud-based software suite that offers dynamic utility data analytics across time, location, cost, occupancy, or other key hospitality indicators. Verdafero ESG InSights provides an analysis of your utility usage by gathering data on energy and water consumption, occupancy, weather, and other resource utilization patterns to make better informed decisions on your hotel’s operating costs and environmental initiatives. Verdafero ESG InSights is designed to provide a visual analysis of your Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse...

MILWAUKEE—Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corp. published its 2022 Sustainability Report. The report uses the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework, along with the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and select Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards to report Zurn Elkay’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies and performance for the year. The report highlights Zurn Elkay’s progress on previously announced ESG targets while also announcing seven additional time bound ESG targets that help to provide even greater transparency and accountability. These newly established goals aim to further improve the company’s supplier diversity, air emissions, waste reduction, plastic bottle elimination, engineering...

Greenview Greenview Portal: A Trusted Sustainability Solution for Hospitality The Greenview Portal is a sustainability management system designed by industry experts for the hospitality sector. With our centralized cloud-based platform, managing sustainability has never been easier: Manage efficient collaboration among teams while streamlining data capture processes. Monitor progress with ready-to-go reports and high-level performance dashboards, including scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions capture. Attain globally recognized certifications through expert guidance and support in mastering sustainability best practices. Centralize documentation of your sustainability efforts for better reporting and communication needs. Transform your business with the Greenview Portal today! Contact us at sales@greenview.sg to learn...

LOS ANGELES—Just in time for National Plan for Vacation Day on January 31, the first statewide regenerative travel program launched with Visit California & Kind Traveler, sharing a wave of new opportunities for travelers to make a positive impact in the communities they visit while unlocking exclusive offers from more than 58 iconic hotels across 12 destinations in the Golden State—with 38 brand-new hotels and impact opportunities for 2023.  With more than 97 percent of travelers revealing it’s important for their vacation dollars to positively impact the communities they visit (Kind Traveler 2022 Impact Tourism Report), and 55 percent of Americans forfeiting vacation days each...

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH—Fuze Biotech, innovators in sustainable, antibacterial, and fast-drying fabric and surface finishes, announced the recent signing of boutique marketing and communications agency Formidable Media. Thanks to several new brand partnerships and a growing list of technology offerings, FUZE storytelling is now more important than ever. Through this strategic partnership, FUZE is now able to more fully reach an interested and growing audience as the brand continues their rapid expansion into 2023 and beyond. “As a materials and services provider, FUZE Biotech often operates somewhat behind the scenes,” said Andrew Peterson, Chief Technical Officer with FUZE. “This partnership with...