Thermal Management Solutions for Battery Energy Storage Systems
Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are projected to hit 2 TWh of capacity by 2033, driven by a 30% CAGR and expanding renewable integration. Overheating remains a critical challenge, as temperatures above 30 °C can cut battery life by up to 40%. Thermal management, especially active liquid cooling, is essential for safety, performance, and high‑C‑rate applications. Companies like Pfannenberg now offer modular chillers delivering up to 12 kW of cooling to meet diverse BESS needs.
USALI 12 & Water: What Hotels Need to Know About Water Reporting
The 12th Revised Edition of USALI introduces an Energy, Water, and Waste (EWW) schedule that obliges hotels to report both the cost and consumption of water in their financial statements. By capturing gallons or cubic meters alongside monetary expenses, properties...
Procure Impact Announces Partnership with Highgate to Advance Social Procurement Across Its Hotel Portfolio
Procure Impact has partnered with Highgate to embed social procurement across the hotel chain’s portfolio, creating curated marketplaces featuring more than 6,000 mission‑driven products. The collaboration will roll out in 2026, integrating these items into amenities and guest touchpoints. Highgate...
Green Globe Gold Awarded to Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes
Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes earned Green Globe Gold certification, marking five consecutive years of sustainability progress as it celebrates its centennial. The French Riviera landmark has cut energy and water use with LED lighting, motion sensors, and water‑saving fixtures,...
Garnica Launches EverPly Laminate on Plywood Solution
Garnica and Genesis Products unveiled EverPly+, a thermally fused laminate (TFL) panel built on Garnica’s void‑free Efficiency Poplar plywood. Showcased at KBIS 2026, the solution tackles traditional TFL issues such as thickness variability, core inconsistency, weight, and durability. Compared with...
Three Upcoming Events: World Water Day, Earth Hour, Earth Day
World Water Day on March 22 highlights the global water crisis, with Kalahari Resorts & Conventions reporting $12.3 million raised for clean‑water projects that have funded 1,476 initiatives and reached over 295,000 people in Africa. Earth Hour returns on March 28 for its...
Whole Systems Hospitality Podcast
Whole Systems Hospitality, together with Green Lodging News, has launched the Whole Systems Hospitality Podcast to foster sustainability dialogue across the global hospitality sector. The series is distributed through the Green Lodging News platform, a weekly e‑newsletter, and major podcast...
San Francisco’s Argonaut Hotel: 2026 Green Key Global Property of the Year
San Francisco’s Argonaut Hotel was named the 2026 Green Key Global Property of the Year at the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s Responsible Stay Summit. The hotel now holds five consecutive Green Keys, a rating it will retain through 2028,...
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort Announces Manta Retreat
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort announced its 2026 Manta Retreat, scheduled for March 24‑27, coinciding with the peak manta‑ray season in the resort’s lagoon. The event, co‑hosted with the Manta Trust, offers guests hands‑on marine‑biology experiences such as guided snorkeling, manta...
Treefrog Expands Collection of White Oak Veneers
Treefrog has broadened its white oak veneer line to ten distinct styles, adding cooler European tones, warmer American hues, and a range of grain structures. All veneers are prefinished with a color‑matched backer, delivering seamless edges and consistent sheet‑to‑sheet quality....
Shaw Contract Hospitality Expands ROAM Collection
Shaw Contract Hospitality has unveiled ROAM Tropical Retreat, the latest addition to its ROAM custom series. The collection features tile, broadloom, and rug options designed to evoke natural landscapes and provide immersive hospitality environments. Multiple construction types—including EcoSolution Q nylon...
Kalahari Surpasses $12.2 Million to Fund Clean Water Access in Africa; Changing Lives for Over 295,000 People
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions announced that, through its partnership with charity: water, it has raised $12.29 million to fund clean‑water projects across Africa. The contributions have enabled 1,476 projects—including school wells, health‑clinic systems and piped networks—benefiting roughly 295,000 people as of...
Centara Leads Fight Against Climate Change in the Maldives
Centara Hotels & Resorts is leveraging extensive sustainability measures at its Maldives flagship, The Atollia, which comprises the Centara Mirage Lagoon and Centara Grand Lagoon resorts. Solar photovoltaic installations have produced 2.32 MWh of clean electricity this year, averting 645,318 liters...
Sustainable Pest Prevention Strategies to Prepare for & Manage Swarm Season
Rising temperatures are driving a predictable surge in ant, termite and other pest activity that can quickly disrupt hotel operations. Hospitality operators are turning to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) to shift from reactive treatments to proactive monitoring, sanitation, exclusion and...
The Brando Names Christophe Adam General Manager
The Brando, a luxury resort on French Polynesia’s private atoll of Tetiaroa, has appointed Christophe Adam as its new General Manager. Adam brings over two decades of international hospitality experience, including senior roles in the Indian Ocean’s boutique and major...
Illinois Hotel Industry Holds ‘No Room for Trafficking’ Seminar to Help Employees Prevent Human Trafficking
The Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association and the American Hotel & Lodging Association convened a “No Room for Trafficking” seminar at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, training more than 100 hotel employees on how to spot and report human trafficking....
Twin Dolphin Earns Audubon International Signature Sanctuary Gold Certification
Twin Dolphin Club, a private golf community in Los Cabos, Mexico, has been awarded Audubon International Signature Sanctuary Gold certification, advancing from its 2022 Bronze status. The Gold level recognizes the course’s comprehensive sustainability program, including water‑efficient irrigation, integrated pest...
Green Lodging News Is Media Sponsor for AHLA Responsible Stay, F&B Summits
Green Lodging News announced its role as media sponsor for the AHLA Responsible Stay and Food & Beverage Summits taking place March 3‑4 at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, Virginia. The two‑day event will feature high‑profile sustainability leaders and crossover...
Highlights From Highgate’s Most Recent Charitable Foundation & ESG Efforts
Highgate has spotlighted its charitable foundation and ESG program, underscoring a $500,000 infusion into the Associate Relief Fund for emergency support. The company reports 122 eco‑certified hotels, more than 200 properties powered by 100% renewable electricity, and significant conservation metrics...
Matt Talks Hospitality: A Smarter Housekeeping Model for Hotels, Teams & the Planet
In the latest Matt Talks Hospitality episode, general manager Floris Licht introduced Hotels for Trees, letting guests skip daily stay‑over cleaning in exchange for planting a certified tree. The model reduces cleaning costs from €10‑12 to a net €3.70 per...
AHLA Food & Beverage, Responsible Stay Summits Set for March 3 to 4
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) will host its Food & Beverage Summit on March 3, followed by a combined Food & Beverage and Responsible Stay Summit on March 4 at the Hilton McClean Tysons Corner. Sessions will explore menu trends,...
USALI 12 & Water: What Hotels Need to Know About Water Reporting
USALI’s 12th Revised Edition introduces an Energy, Water, and Waste (EWW) schedule that obliges hotels to report both the cost and volume of water usage in their financial statements. The new water account separates municipal water and sewer expenses, requiring...
Hope’s Windows Expands Ultra-Luxury Steel Window & Door Products
Hope’s Windows announced its Old World Suite ultra‑luxury steel and bronze windows and doors have achieved certification under the Florida Building Code, including the high‑velocity hurricane zone (HVHZ) standards. The products underwent rigorous testing for wind load, impact resistance, air...
Sunbolt Expands Solar Charging Umbrella Lineup
Sunbolt announced an expanded Eclipse Solar Charging Umbrella lineup, adding a refreshed fabric‑canopy version with 88 W of high‑efficiency panels and a new permanent Aluminum Canopy model delivering 110 W. Both units are built in the United States, feature six dual‑port USB/USB‑C...
Green Lodging News Adds ReadyCare to Green Product & Service Directory
Green Lodging News has added ReadyCare to its Green Product & Service Directory, placing the Denver‑based amenity supplier alongside other eco‑focused vendors. ReadyCare, with over three decades serving hotels, spas, and golf clubs, offers luxury in‑room collections, custom private‑label programs,...
The Future of Cold Storage: Innovations in Energy Efficiency & Why They Matter Now More Than Ever
Rising energy prices, stricter regulations, and sustainability goals are forcing cold‑storage operators to prioritize efficiency. New insulation materials such as XPS and vacuum‑insulated panels dramatically reduce thermal loss, while IoT‑enabled smart controls match cooling output to real‑time demand. Manufacturers are...
Treehouse Hotel Miami Beach Taking Root Soon
Treehouse Hotels, the playful hospitality brand founded by Barry Sternlicht, will launch its first resort‑style property in Miami Beach in early 2029. The development reimagines two iconic 1940s Art Deco buildings—Haddon Hall and Campton Apartments—while adding a new tower with...
Cuba’s Fuel Crisis: Hotels Under Strain, Transfers Disrupted, & Soaring Operating Costs
Cuba’s chronic fuel shortage is disrupting hotel operations and travel logistics, as generators replace unreliable grid power and transport services face cuts. State‑run buses and airport transfers are delayed, while rental‑car users endure long refueling queues. Hotels are absorbing higher...
LG Electronics USA Recognized for High Sustainability Performance by MindClick
LG Electronics USA has been awarded Leader-level recognition in the MindClick Sustainability Assessment Program for its hospitality TVs, digital signage, and commercial monitors. The evaluation highlighted top scores in guest health and responsible supply chain, making LG the only commercial...
Sudamala Resorts Elevates Sustainable Tourism with Solar Power Integration & Coral Reef Restoration Programs
Sudamala Resorts has installed a 300 kW solar system at its Seraya location, now covering 80‑85 % of the resort’s electricity needs. The array, featuring 480 panels and a 770 kWh battery, generates roughly 410,000 kWh of clean energy annually, cutting diesel use and...
National Restaurant Association Show Names 20 Kitchen Innovations Award Recipients for 2026
The National Restaurant Association Show has named 20 recipients of its 2026 Kitchen Innovations Awards, spotlighting equipment and technology that boost automation, sustainability, and operational resilience. The honorees address the day‑to‑day challenges of labor shortages, tighter margins and the need...
Groupe GM & Compagnie De Provence Collaborate on New Hotel Line
Groupe GM, a global premium amenity provider, has launched an exclusive hotel‑line in partnership with French heritage brand Compagnie de Provence. The collection blends Groupe GM’s distribution reach with Provençal-inspired, up‑to‑98% natural formulas and minimalist amber‑toned packaging. It introduces two...
Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo Continues Expansion of Luxury Glamping
Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo announced the addition of five new luxury glamping tents, each exceeding 500 square feet and equipped with climate‑controlled interiors, king‑size beds, and full ensuite bathrooms. The tents also feature a kitchenette, VIP concierge service,...
UNITE HERE Releases Report Showing Immigration Policies Are Devastating U.S. Tourism Industry
UNITE HERE’s new "Inhospitable" report links recent White House immigration crackdowns to a sharp downturn in U.S. tourism. The study documents more than 2.5 million fewer international visitors in 2025, a $1 billion drop in travel receipts, and 98,000 lost hospitality jobs....
Hospeco Brands Adds Rest Assured Toilet Seat Covers
Hospeco Brands Group has launched its Rest Assured toilet seat covers, a Green Seal‑certified line made from 100% recycled paper with at least 30% post‑consumer content. The covers are fully biodegradable and compatible with standard half‑fold dispensers, while the company...
HBF Textiles Presents Second Edition of The Designer Edit
HBF Textiles has launched the second edition of The Designer Edit, unveiling six distinct color‑driven palettes for retail, hospitality, workplace, culinary, sustainability‑focused, and outdoor‑inspired interiors. The collections are curated by industrial designer Kickie Chudikova and feature new colorways for the...
COMO Hotels & Resorts Reimagines Arctic Exploration with Exclusive Journey to Svalbard
COMO Hotels & Resorts is debuting two luxury micro‑cruises to the Svalbard archipelago, launching in May and September 2026. The 10‑ and 11‑night itineraries aboard the converted M/S Polarfront accommodate only 12 guests in seven suites, blending high‑end hospitality with Arctic...
Relais & Châteaux Announces Four New Projects in Partnership with UNESCO
Relais & Châteaux has launched four joint sustainability projects with UNESCO, pairing elite restaurants with biosphere reserves, world heritage sites, and cultural heritage initiatives across Africa, Europe, North America, and Asia. Each property—FYN, Maison Pic, Eleven Madison Park and L’Effervescence—will implement actions under...
Sustainability Measurement: Why Europe and the U.S. Don’t Take the Same Path—Yet
Hospitality sustainability has shifted from optional initiatives to core KPIs, but Europe and the United States still measure progress differently. European hotels are guided by stricter compliance, carbon‑footprinting and circular‑economy reporting, while U.S. properties rely more on brand standards, investor...
Parkside Hotel & Spa General Manager Trina White Receives IMPACT Award
Trina White, General Manager of Parkside Hotel & Spa, received the IMPACT Award at the 2026 IMPACT Sustainability Travel & Tourism Summit for her leadership in green hospitality. Since 2009 she has driven the hotel’s sustainability program, achieving a 92%...
Marriott Invites Travelers to Discover Latin America Through Authentic Cultural Experiences
Marriott International is rolling out a series of culturally immersive experiences across its Latin American portfolio, featuring properties in Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia and Peru. The program includes a rum‑and‑chocolate tasting in Guanacaste, the region’s first carbon‑positive all‑inclusive resort, tree‑planting...
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel Transformation Includes Solar Panels, Ulu Garden
The Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Hawaii’s first resort, has completed a $180 million multi‑phased renovation, the most extensive in its 60‑year history. The overhaul adds 252 redesigned rooms, a new wellness retreat, upgraded dining venues, and a 28,000‑square‑foot Ulu Garden. Photovoltaic...
Hotel Terra Jackson Hole Unveils Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Hotel Terra Jackson Hole, Wyoming’s first LEED‑certified hotel, has finished a $6.98 million renovation that refreshes 132 guest rooms and suites, corridors, meeting spaces, and wellness amenities. The redesign blends rustic warmth with modern sophistication, using earthy tones, natural textures, and...
New to the Industry, Under-Sink Water Filter Removes Microplastics, Lead & More
Aquavis, a two‑year‑old water‑filtration startup, has launched an under‑sink system aimed at hotels and resorts. The NSF‑certified unit removes 98.9% of microplastics, 99.7% of lead, chlorine, PFAS and other contaminants, using a .5‑micron filter. Early adopters report installations in more...
IHG Signs 480-Acre Six Senses Camp Korongo Resort in Southern Utah
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a deal to develop the 480‑acre Six Senses Camp Korongo resort and residential community near Kanab, Utah, with an expected opening in 2029. The project will feature 41 luxury tented pavilions and 12 branded residences,...
Sustainable Hotel & Resort Development in the Caribbean: Strategies for a Resilient Future
Caribbean hotels are confronting escalating climate threats, prompting a shift toward resilient architecture, nature‑based defenses, and renewable energy systems. Operators are integrating solar PV, battery storage, and micro‑grids to slash energy costs, while water‑wise technologies and circular waste solutions reduce...