Edinburgh "Green" Hotel Honored for Protecting Environment
Taking
responsibility for the environment and local community has been an
important part of Rezidor's broader commitment to sustainable
development for many years. In 2001, this commitment was fortified and
placed within the scope of a programme called Responsible Business
(RB). Each hotel has a unique RB Action Plan covering areas such as
community outreach, environmental improvement, employee well-being and
health and safety. To read more about the RB programme, please go to www.responsiblebusiness.rezidor.com.
Our hotels are engaged with both local charity groups and Rezidor's corporate international charity organisation, the World Childhood Foundation. The mission of the World Childhood Foundation is to defend the rights of the child and to promote better living conditions for vulnerable and exploited children at risk all over the world.
Radisson Blu Hotel Reduces Food Waste through Composting
This
Edinburgh green hotel has crafted an innovative environmental programme
that is leading the way to more sustainable tourism. Through a
partnership with Edinburgh Cyrenians, a local not-for-profit initiative
that supports Edinburgh's homeless community, the hotel now separates
and composts locally all organic waste. This has led to further
reductions of up to 45 percent in the amount of waste being hauled to
the landfill.
Award Recognizes Sustainable Tourism Efforts
The
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh has won the Scottish Thistle Award for
Sustainable Tourism - Scotland's top tourism award for sustainability.
A finalist for the same award in 2007, the hotel clinched the award in
2008 through its exemplary Responsible Business programme. The hotel's
mentoring role for other tourism businesses wishing to go green was the
key to its success.
Radisson Blu Wins Environmental Award
The
Radisson Blu in Edinburgh has won the Vision in Business for the
Environment of Scotland (VIBES) Award. The luxury hotel is one of the
most influential players in sustainable tourism in Scotland, having
been awarded the Scottish Thistle Award for Sustainable Tourism in 2008
and the WRAP Waste Reduction Challenge from the Considerate Hoteliers
Association. The hotel was also named Radisson Blu Responsible Business
Hotel of the Year, 2007. As winner of the VIBES award, the Radisson
Blu, Edinburgh will be entered into the European Awards for the
Environment. These winners will be announced in June 2009.
Radisson Blu Hotel Claims Waste-Reduction Award
The
Radisson Blu Hotel triumphed in the WRAP Waste Reduction Challenge,
sponsored by the Considerate Hoteliers Association. The Edinburgh green
hotel was challenged to reduce the volume of waste sent to landfill by
at least 20 percent during the period from August to November 2007. By
recycling all possible materials - including cooking oil for use as bio
fuel - engaging the staff and donating thousands of items such as
conference chairs, electric kettles and pillows to charity, the hotel
reduced its volume of waste by 50 percent.
Carbon Offset Your Stay in Edinburgh
The
Radisson Blu in Edinburgh offers a Green Room Rate to all hotel guests.
For a small contribution towards your room stay, you can offset the
carbon emissions associated with your visit. Through a partnership with
Co2Balance, an organisation specialising in helping businesses offset
unavoidable carbon emissions, your contribution will go towards
projects that not only help the environment but also have a positive
effect on communities throughout the world. Please ask our reservations
staff about offsetting your stay by calling +44 (0) 131 473 6590.
Lessening Environmental Impacts of Travel
Vehicle
emissions in the city centre can lead to health and environmental
problems, as well as noise pollution. To help reduce urban air
pollution, more than 80 percent of the hotel's staff use public
transportation or walk to and from work.
How You Can Help
The Radisson Blu Hotel is
located in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre. Most attractions, such
as Edinburgh Castle and Princes Street, are just steps away. If you are
travelling further afield, however, Edinburgh's world-class public
transportation system is easily accessible and affordable. Find out
more from a Guest Services representative in the hotel reception area.
Hotel is Committed to Responsible Business
The
Radisson Blu was the first hotel in Scotland to hire a full-time
Responsible Business Consultant. In 2008, the hotel reduced energy use
by 5.5 percent and water use was trimmed by 9.5 percent. The hotel's
comprehensive recycling programme, which includes food and organic
waste, reduced waste in 2008 by more than 60 percent.
For more information on our Responsible Business programme, please contact Brigid Hawkes at brigid.hawkes@radissonblu.com
Responsible Business Awards
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2007