The Green Tourism Business Scheme
A presentation. Green Tourism for London logo Green Tourism for London An introduction Andrea Nicholas, Managing Director, Green Business UK Ltd.
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Photographic image of the world.
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The Green Tourism Business Scheme: Image of footprint: United States – 5 Image of smaller footprint UK – 3 Image of smaller footprint Fair Share – 1. www.wwf.org.uk
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Sustainability Visitors Industry that serves them Community that host them Environment where it all takes place.
Image: Triangle with Visitor at top, Industry bottom left corner, Community right corner. In the middle of triangle, Environment.
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3 images of the Green Tourism for London awards: Bronze, Silver and Gold.
“Tourism business working towards exceeding customer expectations in a responsible manner. Three images; Scottish Tourist Board five star logo, Enjoy England five star hotel logo, AA five star hotel logo.
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List of Membership. Scotland 871 South West 469 South East 134 North West 123 North East 102 West Midlands 62 East England 41 East Midlands 18 Yorkshire 39 London 45 Wales 6 Jersey 14 Total 1923
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Serviced Accommodation 350+ B&B / GH / Inn 500+ Hotels Self-Catering 400+ Self Catering 100+ Hostels / Holiday Parks Others 200+ TIC / Corporate Offices / Conference Centres
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Logos for: HAS, Premier cottages, Scottish Natural Heritage, Farm stay UK, Best Western, Historic Scotland, Hilton, Greater Glasgow hotels Association, The National Trust for Scotland, Ramada Jarvis, Marriott UK and Ireland.
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Cost Savings Ramada Jarvis group identified over £1 million savings = 20% of energy costs. Business Tourism (CSR) Winnock Hotel gained £30K additional conference bookings Best Western Hotel lost major European booking Bristol Hotel won large contract with Boots. Customers Expectations Two in every three say they are more likely to buy from a business they think is taking action to tackle climate change Local food / healthy options / food miles / slow food Green wash. Staff Engagement / Awareness A robust and credible certification system that has been proven to help the industry make significant and measurable reductions / improvements. Benefits for destination / local community / economy & improved guest and staff experience – feel good factor. Growing recognition of the UK leading the World in Sustainable Tourism – Showcase in 2012. Promotion and marketing opportunities Credible Green Choice for consumers.
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Criteria Flexible, practical measures 10 sections, 145 measures Applicable for London Businesses Maximum 60 measures Mayor's environmental strategies Climate Change Action Plan.
Mayor of London logo, London C02 logo.
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Compulsory Legal compliance Minimising risks Green Co-ordinator Annual consumption Benchmarking.
Three graphs which show: Electricity, Carbon Dioxide and Waste volume per bednight.
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Management Green management / evidence file Specialist Advice / Staff Awareness / Resource Monitoring Monitoring Natural / Built Heritage Social projects / staff welfare. Logos of: Carbon Trust, Energy saving trust, Honeypot, Amnesty international and Crisis.
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Global Action Plan’s SmartWorks Programme Free environmental advice and support for small - medium sized businesses in London Can undertake an initial environmental review Partners with Green Tourism for London so can provide guidance on criteria.
Logos of: Smartworks and Global action plan.
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Communication Responsible visitor’s charter Environmental education / towel agreement Networking / GTBS promotion Community projects / green lifestyle information.
Logos of Eco-Schools, Community Recycling Network UK, Federation of City Farms Community Gardens, Community Woodlands Association. “understanding how we affect the environment is key to reducing our environmental impact”.
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Energy Low energy light bulbs
A rated appliances / good seals on refrigeration LED light bulbs / timers / sensors Loft insulation / zone controls / high efficiency boiler Tank and pipe lagging / temperature controls.
Images of: energy ratings for light bulbs, light bulbs, insulation material for lofts, temperature controls for water systems.
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Refrigeration Equipment is on 365 days a year Low Energy E.g. 18 Cubic Feet Fridge Freezer @ 7.4p/kWh 1984 1427 kWh/yr £106 2005 <400 kWh/yr £30 Difference £76 per year Images of: freezer and an open fridge. Energy rating label for a fridge. Logo of Energy Efficiency.
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Water Low flush toilets Waterless urinals Aerator Taps / percussion taps / washroom controls Water reuse / water butts Fuel storage / eco-cleaners.
Images of: toilet and cistern, water tap, percussion tap, washroom controls, fuel storage. “In the UK every person uses an average of 150 l of water per day.”
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Purchasing Paper products in housekeeping Organic food / sustainable products / recycled paper Regional food & drinks Fair Trade products / Traidcraft / Slow Food Slow food / local meat / fish / veg / fruit.
Images of: Logos: Fairtrade, Slow Food, FSC, London Farmers’ Markets. Image of bottles of fruit juice.
“We can all influence others by choosing where we spend our money”.
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Waste Hazardous waste disposal Bulk buying / dispensers / dosing systems Paper / bottles / cans / cardboard / plastic etc. Printer cartridges / furniture / PC’s to charity / schools Composting.
Images of: printing cartridge, Reduce Waste, Reduce Poverty logo, image of person recycling cans, compost bins. “England produces 220 million tonnes of controlled waste per year – 75% goes to landfill – only 18% is recycled”.
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Travel Marketing material has info on public transport Public transport promotion / car free days Walking / Cycling information Staff travel / use of alternative fuel cars Natural fitness for staff & guests / offsetting emissions.
Images of: Rail travel, coach travel, children on cycles, Transport for London travel brochures. Only 12 per cent of all journeys are made by public transport in comparison to 85 per cent made by cars, vans and taxis.”
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Nature & Culture Wildlife or Cultural based organisation Local and on-site flora & fauna / nature diary Cultural events / festivals Wildlife area.
Logos of: Green flag aware, The Royal Parks, Wildlife Trusts, RSPB. Images of: The theatre sign for Agatha Christie’s Mousetrap, Procession of people at a festival, aerial view of wildlife wetlands.
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London Development Agency logo. Three year project to recruit 150 businesses by 2010 Subsidy for Advisory visits and membership fees.
To Get Involved: Complete Expression of Interest / Application Form Get an Advisory Visit Work towards a Green Tourism for London grading.
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End of presentation. Green Tourism for London 0845 863 0770 London@green-business.co.uk