Clean the World Celebrated in Hotel Magazine’s September Issue: “Passing the Buck”

Hotel Magazine’s September feature “Passing the Buck: Who’s Really Responsible for Hotel Amenities?” highlights Clean the World’s role in tackling single use bathroom waste and pushing hotels to think beyond tiny bottles. The article shares data on guest expectations, showcases impact from partners like THE PIG Hotels, and explains how circular amenity programmes can cut waste, lower emissions, and support vulnerable communities with recycled soap and hygiene products.

Clean the World’s Takeaways from the 2026 Master Innholders Hotel Leadership Conference in London

Clean the World joined hotel leaders at the 2026 Master Innholders Hotel Leadership Conference in London to explore how culture, neuroscience, and smart decision making shape the future of hospitality. Through Austin Eaton’s on‑the‑ground perspective, the blog highlights why sustainability still struggles for airtime, why that needs to change, and how hotel partners can turn discarded soap and plastic amenities into measurable environmental and social impact through Clean the World’s Global Hospitality Recycling Program.

Clean the World Heading to NoVacancy, London 2026

Clean the World is heading to NoVacancy London 2026 at ExCeL London, where founder and CEO Shawn Seipler will join a panel on turning hotel sustainability into real, measurable action across the UK hospitality sector. The session will spotlight Clean the World’s Global Hospitality Recycling Program, which helps hotels reduce waste, meet ESG commitments, and support lifesaving soap recycling and hygiene kit distribution through the WASH Foundation.

Case Study: iQ Hotel Milano and Clean the World — Leading Sustainable Hospitality in Milan

iQ Hotel Milano and Clean the World: Leading Sustainable Hospitality in Milan

“Joining Clean the World enabled us to significantly strengthen our impact and adopt a more structured approach to circularity and social responsibility. Today, we place even greater emphasis on responsible supply chains, and IQ Hotel Milano is personally committed to promoting workplace inclusion for people with disabilities as a key component of our sustainability strategy” …

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Case Study: Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, Quebec — Leading the Way in Sustainable Hospitality​

How Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, Quebec is Meeting Rising Guest Expectations Through Innovative Waste Management With Clean the World in Canada The Property Nestled between the mountains and the mighty St. Lawrence River, Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu is a grand, historic resort in La Malbaie, Quebec, offering an unforgettable escape. This French-Château-style masterpiece, perched dramatically …

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Hotel Waste: How Clean the World is Helping Hotels Reduce, Recycle, and Report

The Hidden Cost of Hotel Waste Every year, hotels in the UK, Europe, and US generate thousands of tonnes of soap, plastic amenity bottles, and food waste.According to World sustainable Hospitality alliance the hospitality industry contributes 1% of global emission each year. But hotel waste isn’t just about cost. Travellers are becoming more eco-conscious, with …

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Clean the World Celebrates Finalist Recognition at the National Sustainability Awards 2025

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Clean the World recognised as a finalist in two categories at the National Sustainability Awards 2025 for its hospitality recycling program and Austin Eaton’s leadership in sustainable hospitality. Clean the World is proud to have been recognised as a finalist in two categories at the prestigious National Sustainability Awards 2025. Although we did not secure …

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Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich: Leading Germany’s Shift to Sustainable Hospitality

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Seamlessly embedding Clean the World’s programme into daily operations. A City Known for Culture, Now Leading in Conscious Travel In the heart of Bavaria’s capital, Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten Kempinski Munich stands as a beacon of luxury and legacy. With world-renowned landmarks like the Bavarian State Opera, Viktualienmarkt, and Nymphenburg Palace within walking distance, the hotel …

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How Hilton Munich City Manages Plastic Waste with Clean the World: A Hotel Sustainability Success Story

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A Sophisticated Stay in the Heart of Munich: Hilton Munich City’s Commitment to Sustainability Introduction In 2024, Germany was home to 12,097 hotels (Statista). That same year, the country’s tourism sector hit a new milestone, recording 496.1 million overnight guest stays, according to  Destatis. With this scale of travel and hospitality, the environmental impact is …

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Clean the World Shortlisted for Two National Sustainability Awards 2025

Clean the World is proud to announce that we’ve been shortlisted in two categories at the National Sustainability Awards 2025, a prestigious annual celebration recognizing sustainability innovation and impact across the UK. Shortlisted Categories Circular and Recycling Program Award – Clean the World Rising Star – Austin Eaton, Head of Marketing, Clean the World / …

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Clean the World Shortlisted for Circular Economy Award at 2025 Global Good Awards

We’re proud to share that Clean the World has been shortlisted for the Circular Economy Award at the 2025 Global Good Awards, taking place on Wednesday 24 September at BMA House in London. This nomination recognizes our mission to close the loop in hospitality, recycling discarded soap and plastic hotel amenities into hygiene kits distributed to …

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Rebranding Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry: Insights from IMEX Frankfurt 2025 By Clean the World

At IMEX Frankfurt 2025, we had the privilege of discussing sustainability on the People and Planet Stage, with Tommie Eaton, our Ambassador for Clean the World in Europe, sharing his thoughts on how we communicate sustainability in the hospitality industry. The Challenge of Sustainability Fatigue One of the main issues Tommie addressed was sustainability fatigue, …

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Clean the World Celebrates Four Major Wins at Greengage Sustainability Awards

Clean the World is proud to announce a remarkable achievement at this year’s annual  Greengage Sustainability Awards, taking home four prestigious honors, including the highest accolade, Platinum, in three categories. The awards celebrate organizations and individuals making a real difference through the successful execution of sustainability initiatives across the events and hospitality industries. Clean the …

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Clean the World Wins Big at the 2025 Greengage Sustainability Awards

 We’re thrilled to announce that Clean the World was recognized with three major awards at the prestigious 2025 Greengage Sustainability Awards, celebrating our global impact in recycling, social enterprise, and sustainability leadership. Held at the Platinum-certified ECOsmart venue BMA House in London, this year’s awards honoured 15 categories across sustainable travel, accommodation, events, and innovation. Clean …

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Hilton Sofia Joins Clean the World’s Global Hospitality Recycling Program in Sofia, Bulgaria

Sustainable Hotels on the Rise in Europe Clean the World is proud to welcome Hilton Sofia to our Global Hospitality Recycling Program in Europe. The hotel is now part of Clean the World’s Bulk Amenity Program, responsibly managing their used plastic bottled amenity waste, helping to reduce plastic waste and support the circular economy.  Overview Located …

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Clean the World’s Tommie Eaton Joins the National Sustainability Awards 2025 Judging Panel

At Clean the World, we’re excited to share that Tommie Eaton, Director of Business Development for Europe and the UK, has been selected as a judge for the 2025 National Sustainability Awards. As a key advocate for sustainability, Tommie’s expertise will help highlight the most impactful innovations driving a more responsible future. Recognizing Sustainability Excellence …

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Clean the World welcomes PPHE Hotel Group to its Global Hospitality Recycling Program advancing hotel waste reduction

How PPHE & Clean the World Are Redefining Hospitality Waste Global leader in environmental and social impact solutions, Clean the World, is proud to welcome PPHE Hotel Group (“PPHE” or “the Group”) to its Global Hospitality Recycling Program. To date, 17 of the Group’s hotels across the UK and Europe have joined Clean the World’s …

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Clean the World Shortlisted for Greengage Sustainability Awards 2025

At Clean the World, our mission is to create a more sustainable and socially responsible world by recycling hotel soap and plastic bottled amenities to reduce waste and provide life-saving hygiene products to communities in need. Today, we’re proud to share that our work has been recognised at the Greengage Sustainability Awards 2025! We’re delighted …

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How Hotels Transform Plastic & Soap Waste into Global Impact | Clean the World

Turning hotel plastic and soap waste into a force for good – but more must be done “It’s no secret that the scale of waste produced by the UK hospitality industry is staggering, but as more hotels join the fight against plastic and soap waste, the greater the positive impact on the environment and global …

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Clean the World Recognized in Sustainable Hotel News’ End-of-Year Insights

Clean the World’s Austin Eaton, Head of Marketing for Clean the World Europe and UK, has been featured in Sustainable Hotel News’ end-of-year insights. This recognition highlights Clean the World UK’s continued efforts to drive key industry discussions, catalyse meaningful sustainability initiatives, and support the hotel industry’s journey towards more responsible practices. Expert Insight: Reflecting on …

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A Reflection on the Success of 2024 for Clean the World in Europe and the UK

Clean the World Reflects on a Year of Recognition as Leaders in Sustainable Hospitality in the UK and Europe 2024 has been a landmark year for  Clean the World in the UK and Europe. The Europe and UK team has solidified its reputation as a leader in sustainability within the hospitality industry, driving critical conversations, inspiring …

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Shawn Seipler’s Clean the World Mission Spotlighted in Green Lodging News: From Hotel Waste to Global Change

At Clean the World, we’re honored to share the journey of our founder and CEO, Shawn Seipler—a story recently spotlighted in Green Lodging News that began with a simple yet profound realization. Read the original article here. How It All Began In 2009, Shawn Seipler asked a question that would redefine sustainability: “What happens to the …

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Clean the World Delighted to be Involved in Recent UK Hospitality Sustainability Event hosted by Sustainable Hotel News’

Clean the World was thrilled to be involved in the most recent event where industry leaders in UK hospitality came together in London to discuss the future of sustainability in hospitality. Hosted by Sustainable Hotel News’ Felicity Cousins and Esther Bell at Hyatt Place London City East, the event focused on the critical topic of circularity in the hospitality …

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The Hospitality Industry Must Step Up: A Call to Action for Sustainable Practices

The hospitality industry stands at a critical juncture. While many sectors are making significant strides in implementing sustainable practices, our industry lags behind. This disparity was starkly highlighted at the recent Global Good Awards 2024, where Clean the World was one of only two hospitality businesses out of 64 recognised for ongoing sustainability efforts. The …

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