Singapore, 26 JUNE 2024—In partnership with Green Key International, Ecolab, the global leader in water and infection prevention solutions, successfully conducted an insightful industry webinar for the Asia Pacific Hotel Industry. The event explored the future of environmental responsibilities and the ongoing efforts to reduce the hospitality industry's carbon footprint. The webinar featured a compelling discussion on the growing importance of Green Key certification and the progressive shift toward sustainability in Asia Pacific’s hospitality industry.

Claudia Bogensperger, Green Key International Coordinator and Project Manager shared the transformational journey the hospitality industry must undertake to achieve certification and highlighted the pivotal role Green Key plays in guiding the industry toward a greener future. Claudia emphasized Green Key’s dedication to supporting the industry in adopting environmentally friendly and socially sustainable.

The webinar also highlighted Ecolab’s innovative approaches to advancing environmental goals, demonstrating real-world applications of their pioneering solutions designed to counteract environmental concerns without compromising productivity.

Ricarda Schneider, Director for Sustainability at Marriott Asia Pacific (excluding China), and Lionel Kapetanakos, Asia Pacific Vice President for Ecolab, were key voices representing seasoned practitioners in the hotel industry.

Schneider remarked, “Marriott’s commitment to sustainable development resonates with the core tenets of the Green Key certification. These discussions are more than just a dialogue about the future - they are the groundwork for a shift in our industry's approach to the environment. The hotel sector needs to unite more than ever to develop a common vision for sustainability. Together, we can significantly lessen our overall environmental effect and meet the increasing expectations for sustainable practices by combining our knowledge and resources. Collaborating as an industry is essential to bringing about significant and effective change.”

Lionel Kapetanakos from Ecolab added, “This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in our mission to forge a more sustainable future for the hospitality industry. Ecolab's science-based solutions, coupled with Green Key's certification program, provide a clear path for hotels and accommodations to distinguish themselves as environmentally responsible businesses.”

The webinar united thought leaders, business executives and sustainability champions, fostering a shared vision for a more sustainable and responsible hospitality sector.