NATIONAL REPORT—Water quality can significantly impact the operation and reputation of your hospitality business. If you aim to maintain high standards, you must understand and address common water issues. Follow along as we discuss four typical water problems and how to effectively tackle them. Inefficient Water Use Hotel owners who are seeking to run an eco-friendly business are probably already aware that combatting water waste is an ongoing battle. Inefficient fixtures, leaks, and outdated equipment can result in substantial water loss and increased operational costs. Adopting water-efficient technologies, such as low-flow faucets and toilets, can drastically reduce water usage and improve...

IOS, GREECE—Calilo, the family-owned luxury resort in Ios, announced the launch of an independent Environmental Observatory for the island, solidifying its commitment to sustainability and preservation. The independently funded, operated and science-based plan aims to enhance sustainable development on the island by monitoring environmental evolution, diagnosing trends, formulating data-driven proposals, and implementing sustainability practices across the island. Situated on the unspoiled island of Ios in the Greek Cyclades, Calilo was created with sustainability and ecotourism at the heart of their ethos. With a deep-rooted love for the island and a goal of immersing guests in a destination focused on reconnection...

NEW YORK—WINT Water Intelligence, a leader in cutting-edge water management and leak-prevention solutions, announced it has signed a partnership with HSB (Hartford Steam Boiler), a multi-line specialty insurer. The partnership combines WINT’s industry-leading AI-based water management solutions with HSB’s unique expertise in IoT technology and OEM uptime warranty solutions to provide businesses with an ultimate solution to protect from water leak damage. Demonstrating HSB’s commitment to customers and its continuing confidence in WINT’s proven artificial intelligence-driven systems, the expanded partnership elevates the insurer’s exclusive ecosystem of commercial-grade, best-in-class Internet of Things (IoT) solutions by incorporating the latest and greatest technologies. A recent study...

SHELTON, CONN.—Budderfly, the premier Energy as a Service (EaaS) partner for commercial businesses with repeatable footprints, announced that it has added water conservation technologies to its suite of energy savings solutions through a strategic acquisition. The addition of water conservation technologies to Budderfly’s existing portfolio of energy efficiency solutions will help its customers reduce on-site water usage by 20 to 30 percent. Budderfly’s suite of water conservation technologies includes low-flow fixtures, intelligent leak detection systems, and groundbreaking accuracy-enhancing valves that lower customers’ water and sewer costs by compressing air volume in municipal water lines and reducing vibration at the meter....

LAS VEGAS—Climate change is now at the forefront of people’s minds, while travel is continually cited as a major (and significantly, a discretionary) contributor to total carbon emissions. As such, every hotel brand needs a clear plan and must also be increasingly transparent about what’s been done to date to win hearts and minds. But every plan relies upon leadership, and with customer sentiment slowly shifting more and more towards ESG values (especially amongst the younger generations), this presents a clear case for carving out a sustainability role for every hotel. Of all the places to learn about how to...

BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR, MEXICO—Solmar Hotels & Resorts is implementing various sustainable actions every day of the year in favor of the care of the natural environment, environmental protection, and the preservation of the oceans. During Earth Hour, a global event promoted by the World Fund for Nature (WWF) that consists of a voluntary blackout, they made a symbolic gesture to emphasize the importance of reducing the problem of climate change. They partially turned off the lights of the buildings in Grand Solmar Land’s End and Solmar Resort for one hour. During this time, flares and candles were lit in the shape of...

NATIONAL REPORT—The economic disruption of COVID-19 may have largely come and gone, but not every sector has been able to quickly bounce back. This is particularly true for the SMBs (small to medium-sized businesses) in the hospitality sector like restaurants and hotels, which operate on tight margins—even in the best of times—and continue to face mounting costs, especially from labor, food, and energy. At the same time, these businesses are increasingly on the receiving end of consumer and stakeholder pressure to balance sustainability with profitability. The changing hospitality landscape has led many businesses to undergo sweeping efficiency projects, from adopting...

MCLEAN, VA.—Hilton, a leading hospitality company, and the Hilton Global Foundation, Hilton’s philanthropic arm, announced the latest progress towards their shared goal of creating a better world for travel with the release of the 2023 Hilton Global Foundation Impact Report and the 2023 Hilton Travel with Purpose Report. Hilton’s Travel with Purpose Report outlines the hospitality leader’s progress towards its Travel with Purpose environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy to drive responsible travel globally. Travel with Purpose outlines Hilton’s 2030 energy, water, and waste reduction targets as well as community engagement and governance goals. Through carbon reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative and...

TROY, OHIO—Hobart has introduced its new CL conveyor type commercial dishwasher series with features designed to save time and money and simplify operation. The series has been awarded the 2024 Kitchen Innovations (KI) Award from the National Restaurant Show (NRA) due to its cutting-edge technology. “We are honored to be recognized by NRA for this innovation in commercial dishwashing equipment and are thrilled to introduce our latest innovation in high-volume washing technology,” said Jaehan Kim, Product Manager for Hobart Warewash. “With simplified and improved cleaning and maintenance features, the CL offers unmatched performance, efficiency, and reliability. Whether our customers are...

LONDON—Pentair, a leader in helping the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, announced it has received the 2024 Energy Star Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy. This is the twelfth consecutive year Pentair has received this award. “Pentair strives to create a better world for people and the planet through smart, sustainable water solutions that improve energy and water efficiency and improve customer outcomes,” said Karla Robertson, EVP, General Counsel, Secretary and Chief Social Responsibility Officer. “We are proud to provide our customers with energy-efficient...