Accor hotels in Queensland recognised for sustainability practices

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Four Accor hotels in Queensland have been Sustainable Tourism Certified by Ecotourism Australia after demonstrating a commitment to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship.

The certified hotels include Sofitel Brisbane Central, ibis Styles Brisbane Elizabeth Street, Novotel Brisbane South Bank, and Pullman & Mercure Brisbane King George Square.

“Sustainability is redefining our business model and we are proud to lead the industry forward by investing in our sustainability actions and activities in the region,” said Sarah Derry, CEO of Accor Pacific.

“This achievement is a testament to our dedication to sustainable practices and our commitment to environmental stewardship. We believe that responsible tourism is crucial for the long-term well-being of our planet, and we are proud to lead the way in eco-friendly hospitality.”

Over the coming months, Accor will be enrolling a further 150 hotels in the Pacific into the Sustainable Tourism Certification program.

“We are delighted that Accor Pacific is leading the industry across Australia and New Zealand with this commitment to achieving international best practice sustainability using Ecotourism Australia’s 30 years’ experience in sustainable tourism,” said Ecotourism Australia CEO Elissa Keenan.

“This is a key partnership for our organisations and we look forward to working with Accor properties across their hotel, apartment and resort brands on sustainable and responsible tourism practices.”