Designing & Building Success
From project conception to opening and beyond – learn how our experts accompany you every step of the way.
Sustainable Hotel Performance
EMBEDDING SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Sustainable value. Business advantage.
Our industry-leading ESG expertise places us at the forefront of sustainable hospitality, transforming environmental responsibility into competitive advantage for owners and investors. We deliver quick wins and long-term value through proven solutions that drive growth and business value. From AI-powered waste reduction to zero-carbon transformations, we provide the tools, guidance, and support to ensure your investment stays ahead of market demands.
20%
utility savings on average
+10-15%
asset valuations for green assets
Good for the Planet. Great for Business.
With 76% of travelers more likely to choose accommodation with sustainable policies and 79% of investors saying that ESG risks are an essential factor in their investment decisions, your sustainability strategy directly impacts your success. With the help of our sustainable solutions, it becomes your distinct business advantage, empowering you to:
Generate utility savings of 20% on average;
Secure favorable green financing;
Meet growing regulatory requirements;
Enhance revenue by meeting growing client expectations;
Increase asset valuations by 10-15% for green assets.
The Accor Sustainability Advantage
Discover the comprehensive tools, turnkey solutions, and world-class partnerships that make us a partner of choice for owners and investors.
Sustainable building design certification
We guide independent design certification by leading labels such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method).
Sustainability credentials secure green asset value premium and future-proof hotel operations.
Energy efficiencies & savings programs
Our Design & Technical Services teams accompany each hotel project, bringing strong standards and expertise to define technology, criteria, and best practices for energy optimization and performance, achieving 20% energy savings on average, as well as carbon emission reductions.
Sustainability & performance tracking
In collaboration with Scheider Electric, our industry-leading reporting tool tracks and manages performance of energy, carbon, water, and waste recycling – enabling owners to measure operational efficiency, optimize performance, and control costs.
Best-in-class operations eco-certification
Because we value independent assessment of our performance, we support hotels to obtain certifications for sustainable operations from accredited third-party experts at Green Key and Green Globe (recognized by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council).
Leading procurement solutions
Procurement is key in bringing our sustainability commitments to life. We power responsible sourcing to reduce environmental impact while optimizing costs – from plastic-free solutions to local suppliers that cut both footprint and cost – while maintaining rigorous ethical compliance monitoring.
Solutions to reduce food waste
We partner with expert providers such as Orbisk and Winnow to bring high-performance AI-based solutions that precisely measure and classify food waste, giving your hotel teams detailed data to optimize menus and production quantities.
Social and community impact
Our human rights commitments and community outreach programs create meaningful impact beyond your hotel walls.
Through initiatives like our global volunteering program and comprehensive diversity and inclusion actions, we build stronger connections with local communities while enhancing employee satisfaction and guest loyalty.
Renewable energy sourcing
Energy is the second-largest operating cost for hotels.
Our procurement experts leverage our global scale and power to secure renewable energy supply, reducing operations costs and increasing green asset value.
Discover Our Sustainable Hotel Solutions in Action
Landmark Transformation
Fairmont Royal York, Toronto - Canada
A Toronto landmark since 1929 has transformed into a leader in sustainable hospitality, supported by a $46.5 million decarbonization investment from Canada Infrastructure Bank.
The result?
80% reduction in carbon emissions, over 7,000 tons every year – the equivalent of taking 1,558 cars off the road.
Committed to environmental sustainability
Sofitel Baru Calablanca Resort - Colombia
This luxury resort opened in 2021 is committed to environmental sustainability. The property is LEED certified for its building & sustainable construction efforts. Its ESG actions include using renewable energy with on-site solar, water reuse, local construction materials, and native landscaping.
Low-Carbon Design
JO&JOE Gentilly - France
JO&JOE Gentilly is the first BBCA hotel, a French label certifying low-carbon buildings based on four criteria: well thought-out construction, controlled use, carbon storage, and circular economy.
JO&JOE hotels are marked by their use of innovative construction materials – usually super-wood that includes bio-sourced products and low-carbon concrete.
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DESIGN & TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Sustainable Hospitality
We embed sustainability across all our activities and mobilize stakeholders to drive change – discover how.
All About Accor
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