KEHL, GERMANY—ADA Cosmetics introduces ELEMENT_RY, a transformative skincare line designed to elevate the guest experience by returning to the essentials. This collection redefines hotel amenities with its conscious approach, pure formulations, and proven well-being benefits. ELEMENT_RY is more than skincare; it's a philosophy. The collection embodies a commitment to minimalism, efficacy, and sustainability. Consciously reduced, vegan formulas are crafted with the purest, most effective ingredients to cleanse and nourish the skin gently. “We are thrilled to unveil ELEMENT_RY, a brand that aligns perfectly with the growing demand for conscious, natural products in the hospitality industry,” said Gerd von Podewils, CMO of...

CHARLESTON, S.C.—Cambio Roasters, led by former Keurig Chief Innovation Officer Kevin Hartley, announces the launch of its groundbreaking aluminum coffee pods. This innovative shift from plastic to aluminum represents a significant advancement in sustainability and coffee quality. The aluminum coffee pod addresses the environmental crisis caused by the 40 million plastic coffee pods that end up in landfills and oceans every day, offering an eco-friendlier and more high-quality alternative. When commenting on the urgency of such a huge transition, Hartley commented, “There's no sense in compromising the quality of the world's best organic coffees, expertly roasted and curated, by placing...

With its new Liquifill, Hotel Emporium is changing the way hoteliers fill waste-saving dispensers. The hospitality industry generates substantial plastic waste due to the frequent disposal of single-use bath liquid bottles. Additionally, the manual refilling of pump bottles is labor-intensive, time-consuming, and often inconsistent, leading to inefficiencies and varying guest experiences. Liquifill is an innovative machine designed to refill bath liquid dispensers efficiently and sustainably. By automating the refilling process, Liquifill drastically reduces plastic waste, lowers labor costs, and ensures a seamless refilling process. According to Hotel Emporium, this smart solution empowers hotels to adopt eco-friendly practices while improving operational efficiency and enhancing guest satisfaction. The single bath liquid filling machine offers a compact and efficient solution, filling one...

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ.—Carlisle Companies Inc. published its 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report, highlighting progress toward its sustainability goals through its three-pillar sustainability strategy and culture of continuous improvement fostered through the Carlisle Operating System. “Carlisle’s steadfast commitment to our sustainability goals is consistent with our core values of continuous improvement and operational excellence,” said Chris Koch, Chair, President and CEO. “The publication of our 2023 Sustainability Report highlights our continued progress on our sustainability mission—to produce products that make buildings more efficient, reduce emissions from our value stream, and manage end of life materials to reduce landfill waste.” The Carlisle 2023 Corporate Sustainability...

WINCHESTER, VA.—Amid increasing concern related to plastic bag and film recycling, Trex Company is making it easier than ever for Americans to responsibly dispose of plastic film waste. The leading manufacturer of high-performance composite decking and railing is proud to announce the launch of the NexTrex Plastic Recycling Drop-Off Directory, the country’s only online searchable platform dedicated to connecting eco-minded Americans with Trex recycling partners in their local communities. With locations in all 50 states, the nationwide directory fills a gap in the marketplace, offering a comprehensive resource that empowers individuals to contribute to a greener planet by diverting plastic bag and...

RALEIGH, N.C.—glass2, along with its distribution partner CaraGreen, has released its latest colorway, Antarctica, which contains recycled pieces of black and white glass, fused together in a slab for countertops and other surfaces. Antarctica joins Ash White, Aquamarine, Azurite, Chorus, Coral Blue, and Ocean Blue in the glass2 lineup of recycled glass color options. With the emergence of restrictions and bans on engineered stone, new materials will need to take the place of crystalline silica as it continues to be phased out of product lines. With glass being one of the most widely recycled materials, along with the increasing maturity...

HELSINGBORG, SWEDEN—Gaia Biomaterials has developed a compostable drinking straw material. The new material is a grade of the company’s limestone based Biodolomer material. Biodolomer does not leave any microplastics and is certified compostable by BPI in the USA as well as European certification bodies. The new grade has been developed with hot drinks, such as Irish Coffee and hot chocolate, in mind. It can handle temperatures over 80ºC without any substantial loss in rigidity and stability. Several tests have been conducted with drinking straw manufacturers in Europe and the USA. The material works well in machines, and the properties are according...

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES—Hilton announced the results of its Green Ramadan 2024 initiative, which aimed to further reduce food waste across hotel operations during the holy month. Through the effort, Hilton saw a more than 20 percent reduction in post-consumer food waste. Following the success of Green Ramadan 2023 where food waste was reduced by over 60 percent, the program was scaled across 32 hotels in seven countries and served 239,000 guests during iftars and suhoors. Participating hotels in Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Türkiye and Malaysia undertook extensive sustainability training, and aimed to close the loop across the...

NATIONAL REPORT—Artificial intelligence (AI), according to IBM, is technology that enables computers and machines to simulate human intelligence and problem-solving capabilities. When used improperly, AI can wreak havoc. One need not look far in our industry, however, to find examples of how AI is being used in a positive way—in the hotel kitchen to reduce food waste. Two companies utilizing AI in their automated solutions to help hoteliers reduce food waste are Winnow Solutions and Leanpath. Solutions such as those offered by Winnow Solutions and Leanpath are needed because of the volume of food waste generated by commercial kitchens. Between 5...

MCDONOUGH, GA.—A new survey by ALPLA, a global leader in packaging solutions, uncovers critical barriers to the adoption of reusable products, pointing to a significant disconnect between consumer intent and action. Despite a widespread desire to incorporate reusable items into their daily routines, many are held back by cost and quality concerns. This builds on ALPLA’s previous research highlighting a strong generational shift in favor of sustainable packaging, showing that while the intent to adopt sustainable practices remains high, practical barriers such as affordability and perceived quality must be addressed. ALPLA’s latest findings shed light on an exciting opportunity for the industry to...