While the sustainability effort at most hotels starts and stops with cost saving measures like towel recycling, it seems Novotel Darling Harbour is starting to take climate change more seriously.
The First Star has been told 80 staff participated in a tree planting effort last week, on paid time and supported by the hotel.
We think this kind of practical initiative that supports workers who want to make a difference is worthy of praise. What do you think?
What else should hotels be doing to overcome customer cynicism about their history of “greenwash”?
The First Star is a place for workers and customers to come together and debate these issues. Over time we hope you will contribute to the development of a new standard for ethical hotels, those that care about their workers and our environment.
