2013-07-29 — /travelprnews.com/ — The Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel have been awarded Green Tourism Gold for the second consecutive year, accredited by the Green Tourism Business Scheme. The Hotel received this prestigious award in recognition of their commitment to local sustainability, rendering them the only Hotel on the island to achieve the highest level.
In order to be accredited Gold there are very stringent criteria and the Hotel received excellent acknowledgment of their energy management, water savings, waste reduction and commitment to buying and sourcing local produce and supporting the local community. Jon Proctor of the Green Tourism Business Scheme said, ‘Some good features help this hotel gain a high rating in GTBS. Energy management is generally good and water savings are effective. Some good practices in reducing waste through baling and compacting and good use of LED lighting and BMS. Pool cover and use of e-cubes have helped achieve good efficiency figures.’
Retaining this accreditation for the second year running gives official recognition for the actions of the Hotel’s Responsible Business Programme, led by Responsible Business Coordinator Peter Munns. General Manager, Thomas Stene said, ‘We are very proud to have been re-awarded Green Tourism Gold, the local community and environment are very important to us and it’s great to see that our actions really are making a difference.’
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The Radisson Blu Waterfront Hotel Jersey awarded Green Tourism Gold by the Green Tourism Business Scheme