Environmental Management For Hotels

Environmental Management for Hotels is a textbook for hospitality students that covers the relatively new field of environmental management. The reader is guided in how to make decisions which allow hotels to obtain optimum benefits for the environment whilst not threatening their own financial viability. Students are given an understanding of both the concepts and practical implications of environmental challenges relating to hotels. The case study material incorporated ties in theory with real life, and provides an international context. The text emphasizes supervisory issues which relate to the management of hospitality operations in ways which are sensitive to the impact on the environment. The main areas of environmental management featured are: *water *energy *the indoor environment *materials and waste.

This unique manual has been updated to include the latest ideas in environmental management practice in the international hotel industry. Sebastian MacMillan, an expert in environmental issues has revised the manual on behalf of the International Hotels Environment Initiative. Sponsored by Diversey Corporation. Environmental Management for Hotels brings together the considerable experience and expertise of a substantial part of the global hotel business. It is the first manual of its kind, and demonstrates the commitment of key hotels groups to implementing good environmental practice, as well as encouraging others to do the same. New sections include: * implementing an environmental policy * managing an audit of performance. Environmental Management for Hotels is written in an accessible style, with mini cases and checklists featured throughout, and it is presented as a looseleaf ringbinder. Additional information has been included on laundry and cleaning in response to readers' feedback. It can be used as a blueprint for developing an environmental policy, or improving on one already in place.

This unique manual has been updated to include the latest ideas in environmental management practice in the international hotel industry. Sebastian MacMillan, an expert in environmental issues has revised the manual on behalf of the International Hotels Environment Initiative. Sponsored by Diversey Corporation. Environmental Management for Hotels brings together the considerable experience and expertise of a substantial part of the global hotel business. It is the first manual of its kind, and demonstrates the commitment of key hotels groups to implementing good environmental practice, as well as encouraging others to do the same. New sections include: * implementing an environmental policy * managing an audit of performance. Environmental Management for Hotels is written in an accessible style, with mini cases and checklists featured throughout, and it is presented as a looseleaf ringbinder. Additional information has been included on laundry and cleaning in response to readers' feedback. It can be used as a blueprint for developing an environmental policy, or improving on one already in place.

Environmental management is essential to the successful operation of the hospitality businesses. This book simplifies the complex issue of environmental management for both students of hospitality and industry practitioners (such as hotel managers and restauranteurs). The study explains how global environmental problems affect the hospitality industry and vice versa. It also outlines the processes that should be followed in environmental management, and the specific environmental management practices of hospitality businesses in the areas of waste management, energy and water conservation. The book provides practical illustrations, review questions, and lists of keywords and concepts in each chapter. It provides a global perspective on the study of environmental management in the hospitality industry by drawing on success stories and previous research on the topic from across the globe.

In recent times, Environmental Management has gained immense importance in various industries, from the hospitality industry to several small sector industries. Application of environmental management has been on a rise in hospitality industry in particular. Hospitality industry contributes significantly to the GDP of a country, which is why it becomes essential to implement sustainability practices in its operations. Due to the growing need of environmental management in hotels and restaurants, there is an urgent requirement to educate staff members and guests as well, about sustainability initiatives. This book teaches the readers about the ways in which they can implement the sustainability practices.Various dimensions related to environmental management in hotels and restaurants are covered in different chapters of this book. Tourism, its features, and various other aspects form the idea and content of the first two chapters, which includes destination management, as it is an important aspect of tourism management, and much of environmental concerns are also associated with destination management. There is a complete chapter devoted to the need for environmental management in hotels and restaurants. In addition, this book discusses about the current trends which are prevailing in hotels and restaurants. Future trends which are a possibility in this industry are also described. One chapter entirely talks about the ways in which resources can be managed sustainably in hotels. It emphasizes on how workshops can be organized to educate the staff members and guests about the management of natural resources. Another chapter is entirely dedicated to consumption of energy in hotels and restaurants. The book also sheds light on the various methods of waste management in hospitality industry.Furthermore, environmental management starts with the responsible procurement of resources. Purchasing goods and services which do not harm the environment should be the first priority for hotels and restaurants. The chapter dedicated to purchasing policies also talks about the best practices which can be implemented to ensure effective environmental management. There is another chapter which completely talks about the need of guest participation in this environmental drive. Currently, many hotels are implementing sustainability practices in their operations which makes these hotels "Green Hotels". Importance of "Green hotels" and challenges faced in their implementation are also focused upon.The book also talks about the certification and regulatory bodies which are created to monitor the practices of different hotels and restaurants. Guests and their attitudes towards the sustainability practices are discussed briefly. This book gives a glimpse regarding the practices of hotels and restaurants which are causing major damage to the environment. This book intends to teach readers about the needs and methods of environmental management in hotels.

This Book Has Been Designed So As To Make The Students, Scholars And Teachers Informed Of The Basic Fundamental Concepts And Environmental Concepts Of Hotel Education. It Covers The Syllabi Of All The Institutes Of Hotel Management And India Universities On The Subject.

Revealing and refreshing ideas for the neglected area of sustainability in hospitality management, this title presents viable strategies for saving energy and promoting a positive image for hotel managers, restaurant managers and other hospitality providers.