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Green Tourism
Hospitality
Edinburgh, Scotland 9,581 followers
World leading sustainability certificate programme providing support, advice & learning materials for tourism businesses
About us
Our programme is based on three pillars, caring for People, Places and Our Planet. Using our GreenCheck portal we provide an accessible, interactive learning based support to help tourism & hospitality business make a difference, save resources and reduce their carbon footprint. For more than two decades now, we’ve changed the relationship between our industry and our most important asset: the planet. Our expertise, support and pragmatic advice has helped thousands of businesses start positive green journeys that are fit for the 21st Century. Visit www.green-tourism.com to hear from those who have experienced our development programmes and earned one of our internationally respected awards. 01738 632 162 [email protected]
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http://www.green-tourism.com
External link for Green Tourism
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Edinburgh, Scotland
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1997
- Specialties
- Certification Programme, Sustainability Experts, Opinion Forming, and Marketing
Locations
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Primary
21 Lansdowne Crescent
Edinburgh, Scotland EH12 5EH, GB
Employees at Green Tourism
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Sami Baig
Sales Manager at Serena Hotels
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Nabeel Kazi
HR Enthusiast currently serving as Manager Human Resources @ Green Tourism Pakistan
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Lisa Wilson
Sustainable Tourism Assessor at Green Tourism Business Scheme
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Diane Knight
Client Services with Green Tourism. Working with our members new and old to care for People, Places and our Planet.
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We’ve shared 5 ways your business can appeal to today’s sustainability-conscious traveller. According to Booking.com’s 2024 Sustainable Travel Report, sustainable experiences inspire positive change and add value to your business offering. New research in this year’s report reveals that among travellers who prioritise sustainability, sustainable experiences enhance their travel experiences. For example, 67% feel that witnessing sustainable practices while travelling inspires them to be more sustainable in their everyday life. #SustainableTourism #GreenTourism #Hospitality #Tourism #RespectProtectEnjoy
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So pleased to be sponsoring the #sustainable business award at the The Scottish Excellence Awards celebating the highest standards of #ESG in businesses across #Scotland - nominations OPEN now - anyone can nominate any business (including their own) - Past winners & finalists, many of which are Green Tourism members, have included the gordon arms P&J Live EICC The Scottish Crannog Centre Visit Inverness Loch Ness Glen Mhor Hotel & Apartments RBH Sonas Hotel Collection Hickory Highland Coast Hotels Mercat Tours Ltd Michael Golding Gordon Morrison SSDAlliance Suzanne Cumiskey Chris Foy Marshall C. Dallas Victoria Erasmus Màiri Macdonald Calum Ross Marina Huggett FIH Scott Inglis Anne Gracie Gunn The Old Course St. Andrews The Real Mary King's Close Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts Apex Hotels Heritage Portfolio David Cochrane MBE
Founder Green Tourism, Scotland Industry Leadership Group Tourism & Hospitality, 100 Women in Tourism 2022, Climate Commissioner Edinburgh.
NOMINATE NOW for the 2025 The Scottish Excellence Awards help recognise and reward the highest standards in Scottish hospitality, foodservice and tourism. Nominate here https://lnkd.in/ercYXM7G ANYONE CAN PROPOSE A BUSINESS OR INDIVIDUAL THEY FEEL DESERVES TO BE RECOGNISED. You can nominate as many businesses or individuals as you wish. Categories include: CHEFS: #Young Chef of the Year #Banqueting & Events Chef of the Year #Patisserie Chef of the Year #Chef of the Year HOTELS: #Independant Hotel of the Year #Group Hotel of the Year EATERIES: #Pub Excellence #Eatery Newcomer of the Year #Restaurant of the Year ESG: #Sustainable Business #Wellbeing in Hospitality PEOPLE: #Employee Engagement & Retention #Employee of the Year #Hospitality Trainer of the Year Anyone can nominate from now until Monday 30th September. Nominees will be notified and asked to complete a full application form. Award applications open for businesses and individuals on 2nd September and will close 1st November 2024. Award finalists will be announced w/c 17th February 2025 Results will be revealed at a black-tie awards ceremony at Hilton Glasgow on the evening of Thursday 27th March 2025. Tickets and tables may be booked in advance. Jill Chalmers Steve Brown Gordon McIntyre MBE Mark McCulloch Matthew Brown Jonathan Baillie Sandra Reid Kevin Simpson Brian Galbraith @Roy Brett Caroline Gregory Jeremy WoodGary Maclean Roberta Hall Alex Buchanan BAXTERSTOREY SCOTLAND LIMITED Buell Hospitality Caterer.com Dunns Food and Drinks Green Tourism Hotelfone Inspire Catering (part of CH&CO Group) Instock Group Nespresso Professional - Lyreco Pelican Procurement Services - An Avendra Group Company
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Is your business more sustainable than you think? Take our GreenCheck Quiz to find out. Take the quiz: https://lnkd.in/e6_g2pSW #SustainableTourism #GreenTourism #Hospitality #Tourism
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Founder Green Tourism, Scotland Industry Leadership Group Tourism & Hospitality, 100 Women in Tourism 2022, Climate Commissioner Edinburgh.
Our summer team day is always so important for us all at Green Tourism - it contributes to our wellbeing, catching up with colleagues, sharing company development plans and bonding over fun activities and friendly competition - this week we had a relaxed meeting at the beautifully designed, new exclusive-use venue Maud West End with delicious lunch of local food Our educational, interactive afternoon was at The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland #EdinburghZoo hearing about their new #solararray - 1 megawatt the biggest zoo installation in UK and now supplying 25% of their energy - followed by some great team building animal enrichment session and award presentations with everyone winning something Can’t wait for our Christmas Team Day if you have any suggestions just get in touch 👍 Ben Supple Susan Ireland Brian Galbraith Scott Maclean Diane Knight Lisa Wilson Euan Haggart Holly Morrison David McDonald, AIWFM, TechMCIWM Alistair Mclean Clare Wheeler-Kirk Fiona Mackintosh James Teideman Ollie Volland
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Founder Green Tourism, Scotland Industry Leadership Group Tourism & Hospitality, 100 Women in Tourism 2022, Climate Commissioner Edinburgh.
It was lovely to be able to use the Connekt EV Charging whilst visit Cameron House, Loch Lomond, Scotland today to meet with ESG team and review their amazing progress over the past year as they work towards their #Gold Green Tourism certification thanks to top level commitment from resort director Michael Lavizani - check out all their sustainability initiatives on their website including carbon reductions, waste reduction, low impact activities, use of local food and suppliers and loads of wildlife / biodiversity projects and with new extension it is ideal for #greenmeetings https://lnkd.in/e62EWYuf They have also recently had #ESOS audits undertaken by mission : net zero to ensure their are compliant with legislation and identify energy saving opportunities “We recognise that the journey to being a truly sustainable business is a long one. To continue our shared success, we need to constantly monitor, review, and reassess our practices in view of more sustainable alternatives. Being a more sustainable and socially responsible business is our end goal.” Tim Henson David Edgar Euan Haggart Simon Catterick
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Founder Green Tourism, Scotland Industry Leadership Group Tourism & Hospitality, 100 Women in Tourism 2022, Climate Commissioner Edinburgh.
The Green Tourism Award is one of the most rigorous and sought-after certifications in the industry. Businesses must undergo a comprehensive assessment covering a wide range of criteria, from energy and water conservation to community involvement and biodiversity efforts. We are proud to be working with The Port of Leith Distillery Lind & Lime Gin to gain their #gold rating placing the two distilleries among the top eco-friendly businesses in the region and receiving particular commendation for sustainability in business practices, proactive support for local charities and equality, diversity and inclusion
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You qualify for fully funded Green Tourism membership! 🌍🌱 As a visitor economy business in the West Midlands Destination Development Partnership, you are eligible for an unmissable offer - a whole year’s membership of sector-leading sustainability certification, Green Tourism, FREE! Plus, you’ll get a 50% and 25% discount in the next two years. Find out more about the benefits of Green Tourism membership and apply to join 👉 https://bit.ly/4accax2
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Founder Green Tourism, Scotland Industry Leadership Group Tourism & Hospitality, 100 Women in Tourism 2022, Climate Commissioner Edinburgh.
What a great choice of venue to host this important meeting - we are proud to have Blenheim Palace as a Green Tourism #Gold as an outstanding example of how to achieve the highest standard of sustainability despite the challenge of an historic listed building Green Tourism can help you future proof your business - take our #greencheck Quiz to find out where you are on your #greenjourney https://lnkd.in/ebESzGDP Contact us by email [email protected] or ring us 01738 632162 to discuss how we can help you get certified and gain recognition for your sustainability commitments Dominic Hare Rachel McCaffery VisitEngland Stephen A Duncan Gordon Morrison Patricia Yates Michael Golding
As the #PrimeMinister Keir Starmer hosts #European leaders at Blenheim Palace in #Oxfordshire this week, our CEO Patricia Yates highlights the importance of our #visitor attractions, our history and heritage, to our #tourism offer. More info on our recently published Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions in England here: 👉 https://bit.ly/4eZFeeM Read more on the #Leaders meeting, including how sustainability is at the heart of the #summit at #Blenheim, on gov.uk: 👉 https://bit.ly/3SexZ8Z Nick de Bois CBE Victoria Borwick Andrew Stokes OBE Debra Lang FCiPD Robin Johnson Tracey Edginton Gavin Landry Paul Gauger Janet Uttley Charlotte Sanders Rachael Farrington Beth Reynard Experience Oxfordshire GREAT Britain & Northern Ireland Campaign Department for Culture, Media and Sport Hayley Beer-Gamage FTS Violet Manners Bernard Donoghue OBE Association of Leading Visitor Attractions Historic England Historic Houses
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