Rixos Hotels in the UAE acknowledged with worldwide sustainability accolade
Rixos Hotels UAE achieves distinction as the inaugural recipient of Global Sustainable Tourism Council certification in the region.
The Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) has garnered international acclaim for its pivotal role in establishing and supervising global standards aimed at promoting sustainable travel and tourism. These standards, encapsulated within the comprehensive GSTC Criteria, serve as a beacon of endorsement. This acknowledgment validates that Rixos Hotels UAE's operations are harmonized with the loftiest social and environmental benchmarks, engendering a positive influence on both local communities and the broader environment.
Ozgul Aktolga, the Country Director of Quality and Sustainability for UAE, expressed, "At Rixos Hotels UAE, we take immense pride in spearheading sustainable hospitality within the region, thereby taking substantial strides to align with the UAE's visionary sustainability initiative." Aktolga further stated, "This milestone underscores our unwavering commitment to not only provide exceptional guest experiences but also to curtail our ecological footprint and elevate the well-being of our communities."
Dubai Tourism Embraces Sustainable Hospitality
In the waning days of the previous month, Dubai Tourism unveiled a novel accreditation framework for hotels. The Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp has been introduced for establishments that exhibit the highest adherence to DET's rigorous sustainability prerequisites.
Forged through collaboration with Dubai's hospitality sector, this fresh accolade is meticulously designed to expedite endeavors aimed at empowering the tourism industry to fulfill its sustainability objectives while bolstering the UAE's NetZero 2050 initiative.
Procedure for the Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp
The Dubai Sustainable Tourism Stamp serves as a testament to a hotel's unwavering dedication to sustainability and serves as a platform to showcase its sustainable initiatives. To secure the stamp, hotels of all categories must meet DET's 19 Sustainability requirements, which encompass facets like energy and water efficiency, waste management strategies, as well as staff education and engagement endeavors. Oversight of the accreditation process is vested in a committee comprising of senior industry experts, ensuring a meticulous approach and impartiality, with the initiative being modeled on global best practices.
