The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) has revealed that the Sustainability Leaders collection that launched in October 2023 has since grown by more than 50 per cent.
LHW has more than 400 independent luxury hotels in over 80 countries, and created the Sustainability Leaders collection to recognise Leading Hotels that are committed to preserving the environment and the cherished values and cultural heritage of their destinations.
The Datai Langkawi is recognised as a Community Champion of LHW’s Sustainability Leaders collection
A Leading Hotel with the Sustainability Leader recognition has been rigorously evaluated and has received at least one, or more, GSTC-accredited certification or certification to a GSTC-recognised standard.
In addition, LHW has partnered with Vireo Srl (GSTC-Accredited Certification Body) as well as Green Globe, Green Key Global, and Travelife (all use a GSTC-recognised standard) to offer its hotels resources and tools to advance their sustainability strategies.
Over the last year, the collection has completed approximately 10K community service hours, and in 2024 alone, Leading Hotels have committed to nearly US$10M investments in renewable energy and waste reduction around the world.
Lauren Alba, vice president, global marketing & communications, LHW commented: “Travellers are placing far more emphasis on companies that value and demonstrate sustainable practices. LHW recognises its role in reshaping the world through responsible travel as we work to seamlessly integrate our three pillars of the Sustainability Leaders program into every stay: Community Champions, Culture Guardians and Environmental Protectors.”
One of the Community Champions is The Datai Langkawi in Malaysia which has projects offering educational classes for locals, reforesting the surrounding woodland and an extensive coral restoration programme. For Environmental Protectors, Constance Halaveli Resort Maldives has invested in Manta Ray awareness for all team members and guests to protect these highly threatened marine creatures; while an example of Cultural Guardians is Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury in Mauritius, which has an initiative that helps local hand-craft creatives by giving them the opportunity to develop their skills and sell their products to the tourist market.
“LHW’s Sustainability Leaders are committed to being environmental stewards and good global citizens that are dedicated to creating a better world for generations to come,” said Alba.
The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) has revealed that the Sustainability Leaders collection that launched in October 2023 has since grown by more than 50 per cent.
LHW has more than 400 independent luxury hotels in over 80 countries, and created the Sustainability Leaders collection to recognise Leading Hotels that are committed to preserving the environment and the cherished values and cultural heritage of their destinations.
A Leading Hotel with the Sustainability Leader recognition has been rigorously evaluated and has received at least one, or more, GSTC-accredited certification or certification to a GSTC-recognised standard.
In addition, LHW has partnered with Vireo Srl (GSTC-Accredited Certification Body) as well as Green Globe, Green Key Global, and Travelife (all use a GSTC-recognised standard) to offer its hotels resources and tools to advance their sustainability strategies.
Over the last year, the collection has completed approximately 10K community service hours, and in 2024 alone, Leading Hotels have committed to nearly US$10M investments in renewable energy and waste reduction around the world.
Lauren Alba, vice president, global marketing & communications, LHW commented: “Travellers are placing far more emphasis on companies that value and demonstrate sustainable practices. LHW recognises its role in reshaping the world through responsible travel as we work to seamlessly integrate our three pillars of the Sustainability Leaders program into every stay: Community Champions, Culture Guardians and Environmental Protectors.”
One of the Community Champions is The Datai Langkawi in Malaysia which has projects offering educational classes for locals, reforesting the surrounding woodland and an extensive coral restoration programme. For Environmental Protectors, Constance Halaveli Resort Maldives has invested in Manta Ray awareness for all team members and guests to protect these highly threatened marine creatures; while an example of Cultural Guardians is Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury in Mauritius, which has an initiative that helps local hand-craft creatives by giving them the opportunity to develop their skills and sell their products to the tourist market.
“LHW’s Sustainability Leaders are committed to being environmental stewards and good global citizens that are dedicated to creating a better world for generations to come,” said Alba.