Encouraging sustainable procurement practices through the use of third-party certification schemes
Research undertaken by the Federal Ministry of the Environment in Germany in 2015 found that 61% of consumers would prefer to book a sustainable holiday. TUI Group marketing research identified a similar trend, establishing that half of all customers surveyed would be willing to book a more sustainable holiday, if available. In addition, when booking holidays, the preferred accommodation drives the decision of many travellers. As hotels is a deciding factor for customers, TUI Group took up the challenge to set clear targets on improving and monitoring sustainability performance for its hotels to reduce their environmental impacts and help maximise their local economic benefits.
“Through hotel certifications we aim to ensure critical sustainable procurement criteria and standards are established, monitored and reported. Examples include supporting local suppliers, purchasing low energy electrical equipment and reducing packaging via bulk buying.”
- Branislav Mizenko,
TUI Group Sustainability Manager
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