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Hotel Carbon Measurement Initiative (HCMI)
Since 2011, Greenview has been the technical partner in developing the methodology for the Hotel Carbon Measurement Initiative (HCMI). HCMI provides a standardized method for hotels to measure and report their carbon footprint, including: HCMI was first launched in 2012 by the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) with contributions from 23 leading hospitality companies. With…
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Hotel Waste Measurement Methodology
In 2021, Greenview developed the Hotel Waste Measurement Methodology in collaboration with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF)-US, supported by leading hotel brands and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance. This first-of-a-kind methodology enables hotels to effectively measure and manage waste at both property and portfolio levels, establishing industry-aligned definitions and metrics. Greenview’s technical expertise was instrumental in crafting detailed steps for…
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GTPI Plastics Measurement Methodology
Greenview contributed to developing the GTPI Plastics Measurement Methodology for Accommodation Providers, providing technical assistance through its collaboration with the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance. The Global Tourism Plastics Initiative (GTPI) is a joint effort launched by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), in partnership with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation (EMF). The methodology establishes a consistent framework for hotels…
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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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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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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…
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Clean the World Enhanced Impact Statement
Clean the World is a global leader in sustainable hospitality waste solutions. It partners with over 8,300 hotels worldwide to recycle soap and bottled amenities, diverting waste from landfills and supporting communities in need. As part of its evolution toward more rigorous impact reporting, Greenview worked with Clean the World to strengthen the methodology behind its…
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AUMA Event Carbon Measurement Methodology
Greenview supported AUMA (the Association of the German Trade Fair industry) in developing guidelines for emissions measurement tailored to the German trade-fair and exhibitions sector. This methodology builds on the global Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) Measurement Methodology to provide standardized, transparent metrics for event-level carbon accounting and decarbonization strategies with specific references for organizations…
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Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE)
The Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) initiative, led by the Joint Meetings Industry Council in partnership with the UNFCCC, brings together hundreds of the industry’s leading players across the value chain to decarbonize the event industry. Greenview has served as the lead consultant for NZCE since its launch in 2021, guiding the technical work behind the initiative. This includes…
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Resource | Cornell Hotel Sustainability Benchmarking Index
CHSB Index Powered by data from thousands of hotels worldwide, the CHSB (Cornell Hotel Sustainability Benchmarking) Index enables sector-wide benchmarking of energy, carbon, and water performance. Used by leading hotel brands, investors, and members of our benchmarking product, the Index provides a trusted reference point to understand performance trends, identify leaders, and inform strategy at…
