Four of Accor’s hotels in Queensland have been given the Sustainable Tourism Certificate by Ecotourism Australia for their commitment to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.
The certified hotels include Sofitel Brisbane Central, Ibis Styles, Elizabeth Street, Novotel Brisbane South Bank, and Pullman & Mercure Brisbane King George Square.
Ecotourism Australia assessed these new leaders in eco-friendly hospitality in the region based on sustainable management, environmental impacts, cultural impacts, and socio-economic impacts.
By implementing initiatives such as energy and water conservation, waste management, and community engagement, these hotels set an example for the industry and contribute to a more sustainable future.
"Sustainability is redefining our business model, and we are proud to lead the industry forward by investing in our sustainability actions and activities in the region,” said Sarah Derry, CEO of Accor Pacific.
“This achievement is a testament to our dedication to sustainable practices and our commitment to environmental stewardship. We believe that responsible tourism is crucial for the long-term well-being of our planet, and we are proud to lead the way in eco-friendly hospitality."
Besides the Ecotourism Australia certification, Accor continues to work towards its sustainability goals for reducing energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation across all Accor hotels, apartments and resorts.
“We are delighted that Accor Pacific is leading the industry across Australia and New Zealand with this commitment to achieving international best practice sustainability using Ecotourism Australia’s 30 years’ experience in sustainable tourism,” said Ecotourism Australia CEO Elissa Keenan.
“This is a key partnership for our organisations, and we look forward to working with Accor properties across their hotel, apartment and resort brands on sustainable and responsible tourism practices.”
Over the coming months, Accor will enrol 150 Pacific hotels into the Sustainable Tourism Certification program.
