Double Tree by Hilton Pune’s Commitment to Sustainability: Small Steps, Big Impact

DoubleTree by Hilton Pune-Chinchwad is taking bold steps to lead the hospitality industry towards a greener future. The hotel has embedded eco-friendly practices into its core business strategies, proving its commitment to sustainability through tangible actions. The journey began with a significant transition from plastic to glass water bottles, inspired by the staggering realization that the hotel had used 18,000 plastic bottles in just three months. This change not only eliminated plastic waste but also led to the creation of a unique Christmas tree made from saved plastic bottles, highlighting the hotel's innovative approach to environmental conservation. DoubleTree by Hilton Pune-Chinchwad has introduced several sustainable initiatives, including the use of wooden key cards, biodegradable straws, and wooden stirrers. The hotel also recycles STP water for landscaping, employs ozonators for water treatment, and implemented rainwater harvesting in 2023. Energy efficiency measures include replacing high-wattage lighting with LEDs, using large bottles for room amenities instead of purchasing small bottles, and shutting down lights on unoccupied floors during weekends to conserve energy. Guests have responded positively to these initiatives, particularly appreciating the wooden key cards and other small changes that contribute to a larger goal of environmental preservation. The hotel encourages guests to minimize their carbon footprints and participate in the collective effort to protect the planet. On World Environment Day, General Manager Mr. Vinay Nair shared an inspiring message: "Each of us, regardless of our role or organization, can make small contributions that collectively create a significant impact. Every action, no matter how small, adds up to form a larger wave of positive change." DoubleTree by Hilton Pune-Chinchwad's commitment to sustainability exemplifies the belief that small steps can lead to a big impact, setting a new standard for eco-friendly practices in the hospitality industry.

Know Which Airport Recently Became India’s 100% Sustainable Airport

The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has added another feather to its cap by going totally green. The CSMIA launched hybrid technology in India for the first time in April 2022 that only uses green energy. The CSMIA's sustainable project is an initiative of the airport's efforts to lessen its carbon footprint and advance toward "Net Zero" emissions. According to a CSMIA representative, the global aviation industry can do a lot to support sustainability pillars like the environment, social and economic. The future depends on the sustainable work that is performed today and continued dedication to sustainable aims. To increase its use of renewable energy, the CSMIA in April 2022 installed a 10 Kwp Hybrid Solar Mill made up of a 2 Kwp Turbo Mill (3 Savonious type VAWT) and an 8 Kwp Solar PV module array with an expected minimum energy generation of 36 Kwh per day. This ground-breaking, completely integrated hybrid renewable energy solution uses a combination of solar and wind energy to produce power. The CSMIA's goal of reaching Net Zero by the year 2029 will be closer thanks to this environmentally friendly switch to renewable energy, which will result in annual reductions of about 1 lakh 20,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent (tCO 2 e). As the CSMIA intends to reach net zero by 2029, this landmark occasion further motivates them to stay dedicated to their efforts to improve the operational efficiency of the airport while running entirely on renewable energy.