AHLA launches ‘Responsible Stay’ sustainability initiative

Major hotel companies unite around sustainability priorities in core areas of energy, water, waste and sourcing

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced Responsible Stay, an industry-wide commitment to make meetings, events and guest experiences in America’s hotels more environmentally and socially responsible.

• Energy efficiency: optimizing energy efficiency through operational improvements and adoption of clean energy technologies;
• Waste reduction: investing in waste reduction programs and new, innovative alternatives to reduce, reuse and recycle waste across properties;
• Water conservation: ensuring the reduction of water usage by implementing water-efficient practices in core areas like laundry, food and beverage, and landscaping;
• Responsible sourcing practices: sourcing responsibly and prioritizing sustainability in supply chains to prevent harmful environmental and social impacts.

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