Although the five-star resort is just at the start of its sustainability journey, the property has already committed to a range of initiatives that reduce its environmental footprint and boost regional development. The hotel's Green Team plays a key role in embedding sustainability into the hotel culture, and ensures continuous improvements are made within hotel operations.

Green Globe member Barcelo Occidental Cozumel, in collaboration with Pro Dive International and the Corales Vivos collective — an organization dedicated to the restoration and conservation of coral reefs in Cozumel — has renewed its strategic partnership to support the protection of one of the Mexican Caribbean’s most valuable ecosystems.

By strengthening local procurement, deepening community engagement, and committing to continuous sustainability performance monitoring, Constance Sakoa reaffirms its position as a responsible hospitality operator contributing meaningfully to the long-term sustainable development of Mauritius.

Since achieving its first certification, and the long preparation that preceded it, a shift has taken place in how decisions are made at the property. Environmental impact is now systematically integrated into the thinking process for every new project, alongside customer satisfaction and financial considerations. From now on, it is essential to consistently balance these different priorities.

Sofitel Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa has been awarded Green Globe Platinum certification, marking ten continuous years of certification. True luxury is inseparable from responsibility. Sustainability is embedded into every aspect of resort operations, from energy and water efficiency, responsible sourcing and waste reduction initiatives, to community engagement and environmental stewardship.

Hilton Hotel Tahiti’s flagship achievement is its partnership with OceanIA, a local NGO dedicated to marine conservation in French Polynesia. Together, Oceania and the hotel have developed, a program that combines environmental protection, education and innovation. An autonomous solar powered observation platform consisting of cameras and artificial intelligence systems has been installed.

Centered around Earth Day, Bucuti & Tara Resort invited guests and associates to move beyond awareness into participation -experiencing firsthand how small, intentional actions contribute to a healthier planet. Set along the pristine shores of Eagle Beach, Earth Week once again reflected Bucuti & Tara’s long-standing leadership in sustainable tourism. As the Caribbean’s first and only Certified CarbonNeutral® hotel, the resort continues to embed environmental responsibility into every aspect of the guest experience.

Working with Diversey, coffee grounds collected from kitchens are mixed with an organic binder consisting of paper scraps, bread scraps, and water during the pressing process to hold the briquettes together. Coffee grounds form the raw material which is repurposed and pressed into coffee briques for use as biofuel for cooking and heating.

Energy and water conservation are key priorities in the resort’s sustainability management plan. The property has embraced technology and maintains operational systems that support data tracking and reporting. To date, 80 solar panels installed on the Lobby roof provide green energy with 32 new green buildings 100% powered by solar energy.

Atmosphere Core has announced the release of its latest sustainability report, Core Impact Report 2025, reaffirming its commitment to responsible hospitality through measurable action across its operations in the Maldives. The report captures a year of significant progress, reflecting the company’s continued focus on integrating sustainability into every aspect of its business, from energy and resource management to community engagement and environmental protection.

Novotel Riyadh Sahafa was awarded its inaugural Green Globe certification in January this year. The hotel adheres to a comprehensive sustainability management plan to minimalize its environmental footprint. Novotel Riyadh Sahafa operates with a 100% Guest Room Management System (GRMS) which controls lighting and air conditioning in guest rooms. In addition, motion sensors are used for lighting in all corridors, public toilets, emergency stairs and parking areas.

Green Globe Certification recently awarded Eastin Ashta Resort Canggu Bali its inaugural certification. Starting in 2025, the resort has been working in collaboration with noovoleum and Green Books Indonesia. Used cooking oil (UCO) is sold to noovoleum and recycled into biofuel with funds received going directly to support Green Books Indonesia and their Zero Waste Schools Program.

Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives has been awarded its 7th consecutive Green Globe Certification, achieving Gold Member status for the third time and reaffirming its commitment to sustainable island living.

Built around the philosophy of “From Reef to Roof,” the resort’s approach connects marine conservation with operational responsibility—ensuring that both the natural environment and guest experience are protected for the long term.

Reborn and Green Globe Certification have strengthened their collaboration to advance sustainable tourism practices across China, reinforcing a shared commitment to credible certification, capacity building, and international alignment in sustainability standards. The partnership brings together Reborn’s deep local expertise and Green Globe Certification’s globally recognised framework to support tourism and hospitality businesses navigating sustainability transitions in an increasingly complex global market.

Grand Hyatt Berlin has been awarded its inaugural Green Globe certification. Grand Hyatt Berlin’s initial steps on its sustainability journey may seem distinctively food focused. However, the 5-star property’s range of initiatives work to reduce ecological impacts and lower overall operational costs, while at the same time benefits the local community.

Green Globe Certification awarded Hôtel Le Saint-Grégoire Paris its inaugural certification earlier this year. Nestled discreetly in the heart of Paris’s 6th arrondissement, the boutique hotel has embraced sustainability where its team, guests, and community all share a vision of thoughtful, low-impact living.