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Pioneering Hotel Sustainability Data Collaboration with Cornell University CHR
For more than a decade, Greenview has played an influential role in shaping the hotel industry’s approach to sustainability data. In collaboration with the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration’s Center for Hospitality Research, Greenview co-organized and facilitated the inaugural Sustainability Roundtable in 2009 – a first-of-its-kind forum bringing together sustainability leaders from major hotel…
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Connecting Global Climate Action (WTTC)
Greenview facilitated the development and drafting of the WTTC’s “Connecting Global Climate Action” report, highlighting the travel and tourism industry’s progress and commitment to addressing climate change. Released in preparation for the COP15 climate talks in Copenhagen anticipated to address climate change upon the expiration of the Kyoto Protocol, the report outlined a strategic framework…
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ESG Reporting Trends & Guidance (WTTC)
Since 2015, Greenview has partnered with the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) to examine ESG reporting trends in the travel and tourism sector. The inaugural 2015 study provided an initial analysis, followed by a 2017 update that explored key developments in reporting practices, including material topics, performance measurement, and broader industry trends. Together, these…
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Furnished Accommodation Carbon Calculation Tool (FAACT)
The Furnished Accommodation Carbon Calculation Tool (FAACT), formerly known as the CHPA Carbon Calculator, was developed by the Corporate Housing Providers Association (CHPA) in partnership with Greenview to help the furnished accommodation sector measure and manage its carbon footprint. Built on Greenview’s sustainability and carbon accounting expertise, the tool provides an accessible and standardized framework…
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Hive Hotels: Hotel Beekeeping Study
Greenview conducted pioneering research on hotel-based beekeeping, exploring how urban hospitality properties can support biodiversity and local ecosystems, while enhancing the guest experience through on-site hives. The study identified hotels globally that practice beekeeping, surveyed participating properties, and analyzed their motivations, operational approaches, and profit outcomes. Among all respondents, no known “stinging” incidents were recorded…
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Philippine Hospitality on Sustainable Tourism (PHILHOST)
Jointly developed by Tajara Hospitality and Greenview since 2019, PHILHOST is the Philippines’ premier forum dedicated to advancing sustainable practices within the hospitality and tourism industry. PHILHOST aims to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and drive tangible action to ensure the long-term viability of the Philippines’ tourism sector.
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GSTC Sustainability Management System Methodology
In collaboration with the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), Greenview developed a comprehensive guide for hotels to implement a Sustainability Management System (SMS) that is aligned with the GSTC Industry Criteria for Hotels. This resource helps accommodation providers structure governance, operational processes and monitoring systems to embed sustainability across their operations. It outlines a step-by-step approach using the Plan-Do-Check-Act…
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CTIF ASEAN Tourism Recovery Framework
Greenview led the development of the ASEAN Post-COVID-19 Tourism Recovery Plan on behalf of the Canadian Trade and Investment Facility for Development (CTIF) and the ASEAN Secretariat. As the selected consultant, Greenview guided the process from initial research to strategy design and final framework delivery, combining data-driven analysis with extensive regional engagement. The project began…
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IFC for Hotel Green Revitalization
On behalf of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Greenview conducted a sector-wide assessment for the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to understand how hotels of different sizes were affected financially by COVID-19 and to evaluate their capacity and willingness in investing in greener operations as part of their recovery. The study combined a diagnostic survey of hotel…
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Benchmarking Methodology For Cruise Destinations
In 2016, Greenview authored the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) report Sustainable Cruise Tourism Development Strategies – Tackling the Challenges in Itinerary Design in South-East Asia. The publication outlined eight key strategies for embedding sustainability into the region’s cruise tourism sector, encouraging destinations to adopt a collaborative, stakeholder-driven approach that balances economic growth with environmental…
