Green Key

28/05/2026

Sustainability starts with people! Discover how the Green Key certified establishment Mercure Hotel Bukhara Old Town in Uzbekistan transformed everyday operations through staff engagement and a shared commitment to environmental responsibility.

🔁 From recycling initiatives to Earth Hour campaigns, this inspiring journey shows how small actions can create lasting impact across an entire hotel culture.

Read the full story and see how teamwork turned sustainability into a daily habit. 💚🔑 https://www.greenkey.global/good-practices-ideas/2026/5/27/sustainability-in-action-amp-staff-engagement-program-in-uzbekistan

22/05/2026

🌿 Today, on International Day for Biological Diversity, we celebrate the richness of life on Earth and the importance of protecting the ecosystems that sustain us all.

Biodiversity is at the heart of sustainable tourism, from preserving natural habitats and supporting local communities to protecting wildlife and reducing environmental impact.

At Green Key, we are proud to work together with certified establishments around the world that actively contribute to biodiversity protection through responsible practices and environmental awareness. 💚

Every action counts. Together, we can help create a more sustainable future for people and nature alike. 🌏

21/05/2026

🫱🏽‍🫲🏿 At the Green Key certified establishment Barceló Anfa Casablanca, surplus food is helping support local communities instead of going to waste.

Through a collaboration with Colibghiti, the hotel is redistributing surplus food to local charities, turning operations into tangible social and environmental impact.

The initiative brings together hotel staff, food safety coordination, and community partners to show how practical actions can help build more sustainable food systems.

🍴 Read the full story - https://www.greenkey.global/good-practices-ideas/2026/5/20/from-food-surplus-to-community-support-in-casablanca

14/05/2026

🍇 At Zidanice Škatlar / Vineyard cottages Škatlar, a Green Key site in the hills of Slovenia, tradition and sustainability go hand in hand.

From restoring a 160-year-old homestead and centuries-old vineyard cottages to protecting biodiversity and embracing renewable energy, this family-run establishment is proving that sustainability begins with respect: for nature, heritage, and community.

Through traditional winemaking, local craftsmanship, seasonal rhythms, and authentic hospitality, guests are invited to experience the true spirit of the Slovenian countryside.

Read more about the changes Matjaveza Domacija is doing - https://www.greenkey.global/good-practices-ideas/2026/5/20/where-tradition-meets-sustainability-a-living-story-from-the-heart-of-slovenian-wine-hills 🌿

07/05/2026

📣 News from New Zealand : first Green Key certified establishments!

🐝 Rooftop beehives in the middle of Auckland.
☕ Coffee waste turned into something useful.
🤝 Hotels creating real opportunities for their communities.

This is what sustainability actually looks like on the ground.

voco Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel, Holiday Inn Express Auckland City Centre, an IHG Hotel, and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown aren’t just talking about impact, they’re doing the work. And it’s earned them New Zealand’s first Green Key certification.

Curious what that looks like in practice? Read the full story : https://www.greenkey.global/stories-news-1/2026/5/7/unlocking-sustainable-hospitality-in-new-zealand✨

01/05/2026

🟢 🌿 🍃 Green is more than a colour, it’s a standard.
For Green Key hotels and tourism establishments, green represents environmental responsibility, sustainable operations, and a commitment to protecting the planet.

Behind every Green Key-certified site are teams working to reduce energy use, manage resources wisely, cut waste, and create more sustainable experiences for guests.

What does green mean in your work?

29/04/2026

Sustainability in tourism isn’t a promise, it’s a system. With 8,300+ certified establishments worldwide, Green Key is helping the hospitality sector turn commitments into measurable action.

In 2025 Green key:
✔️ Criteria were strengthened globally
✔️ Partnerships expanded with major hotel groups
✔️ Growth exceeded 25%

The direction is clear: credible standards + practical tools = real change at scale.

📖 Read the 2025 FEE Annual Report: https://www.fee.global/our-annual-reports

28/04/2026

⏰ The clock is ticking! Just one week to go until our Green Key information sessions to explain the new criteria and processes. Don’t miss your chance to catch all the latest updates, get practical guidance and ask your questions live!

Secure your spot for 9:00 or 15:00 CEST on Tuesday 5 May. 💚🔑

📢 Important updates to Green Key certification are on the way!

Green Key International is hosting two online information sessions on Tuesday 5 May to support establishments during this certification transition period.
The sessions will cover the most important updates to the certification requirements, offer practical guidance on the application process, and include a live Q&A with the Green Key team.

Choose the session that suits your schedule, secure your spot today and join us!
📅 Session A – 5 May, 09:00 CEST https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wCuIAZY5T7OncXyeVjmHeA?_x_zm_rtaid=7-zVwQOWRKynCSO5r7A-kg.1777031028366.ea7eb7f852fa9cdc247fd0a1b3a0c85b&_x_zm_rhtaid=821 #/registration
📅 Session B – 5 May, 15:00 CEST
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rqAzie4hT3-lXDVH085oeQ?_x_zm_rtaid=7-zVwQOWRKynCSO5r7A-kg.1777031028366.ea7eb7f852fa9cdc247fd0a1b3a0c85b&_x_zm_rhtaid=821 #/registration

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24/04/2026

📢 Important updates to Green Key certification are on the way!

Green Key International is hosting two online information sessions on Tuesday 5 May to support establishments during this certification transition period.
The sessions will cover the most important updates to the certification requirements, offer practical guidance on the application process, and include a live Q&A with the Green Key team.

Choose the session that suits your schedule, secure your spot today and join us!
📅 Session A – 5 May, 09:00 CEST https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wCuIAZY5T7OncXyeVjmHeA?_x_zm_rtaid=7-zVwQOWRKynCSO5r7A-kg.1777031028366.ea7eb7f852fa9cdc247fd0a1b3a0c85b&_x_zm_rhtaid=821 #/registration
📅 Session B – 5 May, 15:00 CEST
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rqAzie4hT3-lXDVH085oeQ?_x_zm_rtaid=7-zVwQOWRKynCSO5r7A-kg.1777031028366.ea7eb7f852fa9cdc247fd0a1b3a0c85b&_x_zm_rhtaid=821 #/registration

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21/04/2026

🍴 💚What if “zero waste” in the kitchen actually meant zero?

In Catalonia, six restaurants, including El Celler de Can Roca, put that idea to the test through the Green Recipe initiative by Fundació Coma de Meià.

The approach is simple, but demanding: use 100% of every ingredient. No offcuts. No waste hidden out of sight.

The results:
🥬30% reduction in food waste
💰25% lower food costs
🔍New opportunities for training and social inclusion

This is what happens when sustainability moves from ambition to practice.

Could this work in your kitchen? Read more about Green Recipe:
https://www.greenkey.global/stories-news-1/2026/4/21/green-key-green-recipe