May 2021 147 The H Dubai, situated at the heart of Dubai, has been awarded The Green Key Certification for 2021 by the Emirates Green Building Council. By meeting the high standards of environmental requirements of Green Key, The H Dubai demonstrates its commitment for continuous and consistent efforts for various sustainability undertakings. Green Key awards hotels, hostels, small accommodations, campsites, and many more tourism establishments worldwide for adhering to work with sustainability in a structured way. Following the extensive criteria set by the Foundation for Environmental Education, The H Dubai has been awarded with The Green Key Certification by the UAE National Operator, the Emirates Green Building Council, as a property that has carried out responsible and sustainable operation within the tourism industry.
Photo by: Shutterstock Recently, the Suffolk County Legislature unanimously passed Legislation aimed to thank Healthcare workers for all they have done for the residents of Suffolk County throughout the pandemic. IR 1174 Introduced by Freshman Legislator Anthony Piccirillo of Holtsville, and co-sponsored by more than five Legislators reduces the Green Key card rate for Suffolk County parks and beaches for Healthcare workers who reside in Suffolk County. The Legislation reduces the Green Key rate by 50% for those who are Healthcare workers. “Healthcare workers in Suffolk County have gone above and beyond over this past year putting their health and mental well being on the line for our residents, this is just a small gesture to say thank you” said Legislator Piccirillo.
Sustainable Travel Bucket List: The Best Eco-Conscious Hiltons Around The World
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The new Hilton Garden Inn on the remote Faroe Islands feels almost otherworldly. The entire property was built with sustainability at its core, embracing the archipelago s own sustainable tourism strategy.
The hotel s commitment to sustainability starts from the top: the roof is covered in grass, allowing for ultra-efficient insulation and a building that seamlessly blends into the local environment.
Inside, ultra-efficient heating systems help keep guests warm and take into account occupancy levels to avoid heating unused spaces. Motion sensors on water taps and LED lighting further prevent energy waste and the hotel is powered by renewable energy from a local power plant.
How to Travel More Sustainably
Don’t skimp on doing your own research, and be aware that ‘green’ certificates aren’t always all they’re cracked up to be.
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April 22, 2021, 5:00 a.m. ET
So you’re vaccinated and eager to finally plan a real summer vacation after a rough year, but you don’t want to add to the problems you might have read about: overcrowding, climate change, unfair working conditions in the tourism industry. What’s a thoughtful traveler to do?
For those who want to travel responsibly, it comes down to this: You, the traveler, have to do your homework.
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