Raffles Cambodia Hotels Earn 'Green Globe Certification' for Sustainability
Two Raffles Cambodia Hotels have received industry-leading Green Globe Certifications in recognition of their ongoing commitment to sustainability - the designation is considered the original international standard for tourism eco-labels.
Both Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor in Siem Reap and Raffles Hotel Le Royal in Phnom Penh were awarded the designations due to their dedication to efficient resource management, in addition to their innovative and engaging community programmes, unique environmental initiatives and other best practices, said a press release on December 18, 2024.
The Green Globe programme traces its roots back to the United Nations Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992, where 182 heads of state from around the world endorsed the Agenda 21 principles of sustainable development. Green Globe has grown to become the world’s leading certification for sustainable operation and management of travel and tourism worldwide.
The two Raffles hotels, which are both active in local community activities, annual tree-planting, sustainability management training and more, secured the Green Globe Certification through their:
- Efforts to reduce food waste;
- Optimising energy allocation;
- Recycling waste.
Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor General Manager Joseph Colina said of the recognition, “Sustainability is one of Raffles’ key areas of focus and we are proud to be helping lead the way toward a more eco-friendly future in tourism – not only in Cambodia but around the world."
“We are delighted to be building on our rich historical legacy with a truly 21st-century approach to environmental stewardship, underscoring our dedication both to sustainable tourism practices and serving our guests," said Raffles Hotel Le Royal General Manager Dagmar Lyons.
In June 2024, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor also introduced a new fleet of electric tuk-tuks to offer an innovative and eco-friendly transportation option for guests. The tuk-tuks are used in the hotel’s Curated Journeys, including “Reflections of Angkor,” in which guests hone their photography skills with a veteran photographer.
Meanwhile, Raffles Hotel Le Royal offers bicycles for guests to explore the city of Phnom Penh, along with a self-guided walking tour map that highlights local attractions.
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